Rita Johnson
Slidell
Summary
Detail-oriented Surgical Scheduler skilled in patient coordination, insurance verification, and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to manage complex scheduling while ensuring patient needs are met efficiently.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Scheduler
Paradigm Health System
Lacombe, LA
05.2019 - Current
- Coordinate with medical staff to ensure clarity in scheduling and patients needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of insurance requirements enabling smooth billing processes to avoid delays in payment collection.
- Verify insurance coverage and eligibility for medical services prior to scheduling appointments.
- Coordinating medical and cardiac clearances with outside facilities to ensure patient is healthy enough to proceed with scheduled surgery.
- Obtain prior authorizations for scheduled surgeries.
- Scheduled surgeries for orthopedic Spine as well as Neurosurgeon.
Nutrition Consultant
Aspen Clinic
Slidell, LA
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for clients to develop personalized dietary plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition into patient care strategies.
- Educated clients on healthy eating habits and lifestyle modifications through one-on-one consultations.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted nutrition plans to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Excel High School
Slidell, LASkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient coordination
- Insurance authorizations
- Insurance verification
- Patient relations
- Scheduling expertise
- Following up with patients
Timeline
Surgical Scheduler
Paradigm Health System
05.2019 - Current
Nutrition Consultant
Aspen Clinic
08.2017 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Excel High School