Mary Gonzales
@marygonzales
Experienced practice manager with expertise in billing, collections and customer service.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with extensive experience in practice management, billing, and collections within the healthcare sector. Over the years, I have honed my skills in managing clinic operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and optimizing staff performance. My role as a Practice Manager at Austin Family Allergy & Asthma has equipped me with the ability to lead teams effectively, coordinate daily activities, and enhance patient care through efficient management practices.
Throughout my career, I have successfully handled various responsibilities, including overseeing accounts receivable, managing patient interactions, and implementing policies that promote quality and cost efficiency. My background as an Insurance Analyst and Medical Coder has provided me with a strong foundation in medical billing processes, claim processing, and patient account management. I am committed to fostering teamwork and ensuring that the practice meets its objectives while providing exceptional service to patients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Practice Manager/Biologics Coordinator
Austin Family Allergy & Asthma
Sep 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 4 months)
Managed clinic staff, coordinated daily activities, and ensured compliance with industry standards. Oversaw patient accounts and office maintenance while promoting teamwork and optimizing provider performance.
Insurance Analyst & Biologics Coordinator
Austin Family Allergy & Asthma
Mar 2015 - Sep 2022 (7 years 6 months)
Processed insurance claims, managed biologic patient accounts, and handled audits and appeals. Assisted in hiring and training staff while ensuring accurate patient scheduling.
Billing Specialist/Pt. Acct. Rep.
Round Rock Surgery Center
Oct 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 5 months)
Handled billing and patient accounts, processed claims, and managed daily deposits. Assisted with insurance denials and appeals while providing backup for front desk operations.
Medical Biller / Customer Service Rep.
Eye Clinic of Austin
Jul 2010 - Sep 2013 (3 years 2 months)
Processed medical claims, managed patient accounts, and handled in-house collections. Provided customer service and support for insurance inquiries and billing issues.
IMX Medical Coder
The Austin Diagnostic Clinic
Apr 2002 - Feb 2010 (7 years 10 months)
Processed patient encounter forms for multiple specialties, verified coding accuracy, and trained new staff. Managed daily logs and provided monthly reports on coding activities.
Collection Supervisor
The Austin Diagnostic Clinic
Oct 1995 - Apr 2002 (6 years 6 months)
Managed delinquent patient accounts, processed collections, and communicated with patients regarding their balances. Generated monthly reports and worked with insurance companies to resolve payment issues.
Customer Service Rep./Pt Acct. Rep.
The Austin Diagnostic Clinic
Sep 1995 - Apr 1996 (7 months)
Provided customer service to patients regarding their accounts, processed inquiries, and assisted with special projects. Developed training manuals for new customer service representatives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Reagan High School
High School Diploma
High School Diploma.
American Association of Professional Coders
Certification, Medical Coding
Completed courses in Medical Terminology and Physical Anatomy.
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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