Debra Jones
About Debra Jones
Debra Jones is an Authorization & Appeal Specialist at Broadstep Behavioral Health in Kingstree, South Carolina, with over 15 years of experience in medical billing and office management. She holds a diploma in Business Administration and Management and has previously worked in various roles within the healthcare sector.
Work at Broadstep Behavioral Health
Debra Jones has been employed at Broadstep Behavioral Health since 2020, serving as an Authorization & Appeal Specialist. This role involves managing authorizations and appeals within the healthcare system. Broadstep Behavioral Health, formerly known as Phoenix Care Systems, Inc., is located in Kingstree, South Carolina. In her position, Jones applies her extensive knowledge of medical billing and authorizations to ensure efficient processing of patient accounts.
Education and Expertise
Debra Jones completed her education at Lake City High School and pursued further studies in Business Administration and Management, where she earned a diploma from 1984 to 1988. She possesses over 15 years of experience in medical billing, denials, authorizations, and office management. Her expertise includes proficiency in ICD-10 and CPT coding, essential for accurate medical billing and compliance.
Professional Background
Prior to her current role, Debra Jones worked in various positions within the healthcare sector. She served as a Patient Account Representative at Palmetto Pee Dee Behavioral Health, L.L.C. from 2017 to 2019. Following that, she worked as a Referral Specialist at Crescent Healthcare from 2019 to 2020. Earlier in her career, she gained experience as a Sales/Receiving Associate at Belk from 1999 to 2001.
Skills and Values
Debra Jones emphasizes the importance of time management and discipline in her professional approach. These values contribute to her effectiveness in managing complex tasks related to medical billing and authorizations. Her skills in handling denials and appeals are enhanced by her structured work ethic and commitment to efficiency.