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Bessai Lee

Patient Access Financial Advisor
Pelzer

Summary

Healthcare professional skilled in managing patient access and administrative tasks. Proven ability to streamline patient registration and enhance overall patient experience. Collaborative team player committed to achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in patient scheduling, insurance verification, and communication.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Financial Counselor

Ensemble
05.2024 - Current

Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively explaining financial options and answering billing inquiries.

  • Provided compassionate assistance to financially challenged patients, identifying potential sources of funding or discounts when applicable.
  • Managed sensitive patient information with utmost discretion, adhering to all HIPAA guidelines.
  • Educated patients on available financial assistance programs, guiding them through application processes when needed.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.

Patient Access Specialist-ED

Ensemble
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Handled sensitive situations involving distressed patients with empathy maintaining professionalism throughout interactions.
  • Obtained signatures from financial responsibility and treatment procedures from patients or guardians.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and hospital policies.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.

Patient Access Supervisor

Prisma Health
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Improved revenue cycle management by overseeing accurate insurance verification processes, reducing billing errors, and ensuring prompt payment collection from patients.
  • Developed a comprehensive training program for new employees, ensuring thorough understanding of job responsibilities and hospital policies.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, physicians, and administrative staff to address concerns or questions related to registration or billing issues effectively.
  • Reduced employee turnover rate by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing support for professional development opportunities.


Patient Access Specialist- Cancer Center

Prisma Health
04.2018 - 01.2022
  • Provided excellent customer service through active listening skills, understanding patient needs, and offering tailored solutions where applicable.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information during all interactions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure timely appointment scheduling and coordinated follow-up care for patients'' needs.
  • Boosted team morale and productivity by sharing knowledge and best practices in patient access processes.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.

Patient Access Supervisor

Greenville Memorial Hospital
02.2017 - 04.2018
  • Implemented performance metrics to track department productivity, identifying areas for improvement and driving overall efficiency gains.
  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff members to share ideas and suggestions that could enhance overall departmental performance or patient satisfaction rates.
  • Improved revenue cycle management by overseeing accurate insurance verification processes, reducing billing errors, and ensuring prompt payment collection from patients.
  • Optimized staff scheduling to maintain adequate coverage during peak hours, minimizing patient wait times and improving service quality.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the Patient Access department, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.

Patient Access Team Lead

Greenville Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - 02.2017
  • Register patients during peak times or during times of shortage.
  • Monitor quality and quantity of employee’s work/give feedback in a timely manner.
  • Participate in hiring process.
  • Overseeing employees also cross-train all registration processes and train new employees.
  • Complete work schedules and ensure adequate coverage for each shift/area.
  • Work collaboratively with supervisor to ensure timely communication regarding changes that affect the department, as well as other departments.

Patient Access Specialist-ED

Greenville Memorial Hospital
10.2011 - 11.2016
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Handled sensitive situations involving distressed patients with empathy maintaining professionalism throughout interactions.
  • Obtained signatures from financial responsibility and treatment procedures from patients or guardians.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and hospital policies.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.

Patient Access Team Lead

North Hills Medical Center
10.2010 - 11.2011
  • Optimized appointment scheduling processes, maximizing daily capacity while minimizing wait times for patients.
  • Served as liaison between the Patient Access team and other departments, fostering positive relationships and effective communication.
  • Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
  • Reduced errors in insurance verification by implementing thorough checks on coverage details and eligibility.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.

Medical Scheduler

North Hills Medical Center
09.2010 - 10.2010
  • Collaborated with healthcare staff to verify alignment of appointment scheduling with clinic protocols.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Verified insurance coverage and eligibility for medical services prior to scheduling appointments to prevent billing issues.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among administrative staff members.
  • Assisted with front desk tasks such as check-ins and check-outs, contributing to a seamless patient experience.

Customer Service Specialist- Business Department

Duke Energy
10.2005 - 09.2010
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Established trust with clients through clear communication, patience, and understanding their unique challenges fully before offering solutions tailored to their needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to create effective strategies for improving overall customer experience.
  • Increased customer retention rates by providing exceptional problem-solving skills and personalized solutions.
  • Set up electrical service for newly constructed businesses.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Connect and disconnect service to business structures.

Customer Service Specialist

Duke Energy Corporation
01.1998 - 10.2005
  • Answer incoming calls.
  • Provide customer service to internal and external customers.
  • Set up new accounts for newly constructed businesses.
  • Calculate bills, evaluate accounts for best rates.
  • Issue connects and disconnect request for commercial customers.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Woodmont High School
Greenville, SC

Medical Scheduling Technician Certificate - undefined

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC

Business Management Associates - undefined

Southern Wesleyan College

Skills

Medical terminology expertise

Quality assurance

Teamwork and collaboration

Time management

Front desk operations

Data entry proficiency

Appointment scheduling

Professionalism and ethics

Insurance verification

Patient registration

HIPAA compliance

Authorization verification

Customer service

Team leadership

Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Patient Financial Counselor

Ensemble
05.2024 - Current

Patient Access Specialist-ED

Ensemble
01.2023 - 05.2024

Patient Access Supervisor

Prisma Health
01.2022 - 01.2023

Patient Access Specialist- Cancer Center

Prisma Health
04.2018 - 01.2022

Patient Access Supervisor

Greenville Memorial Hospital
02.2017 - 04.2018

Patient Access Team Lead

Greenville Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - 02.2017

Patient Access Specialist-ED

Greenville Memorial Hospital
10.2011 - 11.2016

Patient Access Team Lead

North Hills Medical Center
10.2010 - 11.2011

Medical Scheduler

North Hills Medical Center
09.2010 - 10.2010

Customer Service Specialist- Business Department

Duke Energy
10.2005 - 09.2010

Customer Service Specialist

Duke Energy Corporation
01.1998 - 10.2005

High School Diploma - undefined

Woodmont High School

Medical Scheduling Technician Certificate - undefined

Greenville Technical College

Business Management Associates - undefined

Southern Wesleyan College
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