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Helania Young

Triangle

Summary

Dedicated and professional healthcare professional with a client-focused approach. Known for flexibility, solution-driven mindset, self-motivation, and high energy. Highly accomplished team player and mentor with proven experience in insurance verification, billing processes, and patient financial counseling. Possesses a strong understanding of medical insurance matters and always willing to assist and train new employees.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Special Rep 1

Inova Neurology
08.2023 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive insurance benefit reviews and patient liability assessments to facilitate informed patient counseling sessions
  • Implement payment collection protocols from patients, adhering to established guidelines and policies
  • Provide training and education to patients and peers on insurance concepts, verification processes, and authorization procedures
  • Maintain up-to-date expertise in insurance regulations, medical billing codes, and industry standards to support accurate account resolution and compliance
  • Resolved pending claims within designated timeframes, providing appropriate follow-up and adhering to system guidelines
  • Identified issues in payer rejections, providing feedback to management and improving revenue cycle processes
  • Making sure claims are processed correctly and accurately, ensuring same-day submission adherence to departmental guidelines
  • Ensure accurate documentation of account activity, handling correspondence, and Epic billing claims edits
  • Collaborate across departments (e.g., Neurology, Cardiology, Primary Care) to improve service line financial performance
  • Attended team meeting and participated in special projects related to claims and denials follow-up
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of payer requirements, including 1500 standards, and effectively navigated payer portals

Patient Access Rep 3

Inova Neurology
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Managed patient registration, scheduling, and insurance verification processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in high-volume settings
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing patient inquiries, resolving billing issues, and assisting with financial counseling
  • Facilitated communication among patients, physicians, nurses, and external parties such as attorneys and workers' compensation representatives, while also processing patient payments
  • Collaborated with clinical teams to streamline patient admissions and discharge processes, maintaining compliance with hospital polices and HIPAA regulations
  • Utilized hospital information systems to accurately collect patient data and process insurance authorizations, reducing claim denials

Patient Access Rep 2

Inova Physical Therapy
07.2018 - 06.2022
  • Coordinated patient appointment scheduling across multiple clinics and verified insurance information, ensuring accurate and timely access to services
  • Updated patient demographic and contact information, enhancing the accuracy of clinic records and patient communication
  • Facilitated language services by arranging interpreters for non-English speaking patients, promoting equitable care
  • Contributed to team efficiency by providing as-needed support to various offices and assisting the supervisor with project completion
  • Assisted in the new employee training program to ensure that the new employees were developed according to Inova standards
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information during all interactions.
  • Adapted quickly to changing demands within the healthcare environment, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to quality patient care.

Front Office Associate 2

Insight Imaging
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Managed patient check-in and registration, ensuring accurate entry of demographic information and processing of payments
  • Facilitated communication between patients and technical staff, delivering messages and updates to enhance patient experience during wait times
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance by handling release of information requests in accordance with company protocols and HIPAA regulations

Education

BA of Science - HIM

Purdue University Global
12.2024

Medical Billing and Coding - Certification

Purdue University Global
08.2024

Diploma -

Old Mill Senior High School
05.1997

Skills

  • Icd-10-Cm
  • CPT
  • Icd-10-PCS
  • Epic
  • SharePoint
  • Leadership
  • Microsoft Word
  • PowerShare
  • Administrative Duties
  • Filing
  • Data Entry
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Communication Skills
  • People Skills
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Quantitative Skills
  • Medical Reimbursements
  • Insurance verification /education
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Creative and Critical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills

Timeline

Financial Special Rep 1

Inova Neurology
08.2023 - Current

Patient Access Rep 3

Inova Neurology
06.2022 - 08.2023

Patient Access Rep 2

Inova Physical Therapy
07.2018 - 06.2022

Front Office Associate 2

Insight Imaging
07.2016 - 07.2018

Diploma -

Old Mill Senior High School

BA of Science - HIM

Purdue University Global

Medical Billing and Coding - Certification

Purdue University Global
Helania Young