Agnes Vargas
Philadelphia
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in insurance verification and prior authorization processing. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to delivering exceptional care while ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong work ethic and adaptability, with a track record of mastering new skills quickly.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre Admission Testing and OR Scheduler
Temple University Hospital
03.2025 - Current
- Worked with physicians and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure seamless project execution, reducing delays and increasing efficiency.
- Scheduled pre admission exams as well and schedule OR cases.
- Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted.
- Verified insurance of patients to determine eligibility.
- Supported clinical staff by providing timely updates on the status of prior authorizations for various services.
- Reduced processing times by effectively managing a high volume of authorizations, referrals, and appeals.
Comprehensive Scheduler II
Temple University Hospital
09.2015 - 03.2025
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent scheduling coordination, ensuring all deliverables were met within agreed timeframes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff to gather necessary documentation for billing.
- Trained new staff on scheduling protocols and system usage.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Coordinated patient scheduling for various departments and services.
- Submitted claims to insurance companies using electronic billing systems.
- Reviewed patient accounts for accuracy and completeness before submission.
Lead Patient Care Cordinator
St Christopher's Hospital
01.2008 - 05.2015
- Reviewed patient charts prior to imaging exams for accuracy and completeness.
- Oversaw the scheduling of imaging tests for patients and coordinated follow-up appointments when necessary.
- Supported clinical staff in providing exceptional care through seamless coordination of appointments, referrals, tests, and follow-up visits.
- Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
- Worked with multiple Radiology departments to check proper billing information.
- Processed medical claims using billing software and coding systems.
- Managed follow-ups on denied claims to expedite resolution.
- Trained new employees on protocols and safety standards in radiology.
Education
Certification - Medical Biller And Coding
DeVry University Of Chicago
Chicago06-2025
Language Certification - Languages
Phoenix Language Services
Philadelphia06-2022
Diploma - Radiology Technician
St Christopher's School Of Radiology
Philadelphia, PA06-2007
Diploma - Medical Office Manager
Thompson Institute
Philadelphia06-2001
High School Diploma -
Mastbaum Voc Tech High School
Philadelphia06-1999
Skills
Care planning and coordination
Electronic medical records expertise
Team collaboration
Microsoft Word proficiency
Prior authorization and insurance verification
Customer relations management
Verbal communication skills
Medical coding and claims processing
Invoice and order processing
Languages
4
Personal Information
Title: Medical Coder And Biller
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Pre Admission Testing and OR Scheduler
Temple University Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Comprehensive Scheduler II
Temple University Hospital
09.2015 - 03.2025
Lead Patient Care Cordinator
St Christopher's Hospital
01.2008 - 05.2015
Certification - Medical Biller And Coding
DeVry University Of Chicago
Language Certification - Languages
Phoenix Language Services
Diploma - Radiology Technician
St Christopher's School Of Radiology
Diploma - Medical Office Manager
Thompson Institute
High School Diploma -
Mastbaum Voc Tech High School
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