Zarifa Azizi
About Zarifa Azizi
Zarifa Azizi is a Patient Account Manager with extensive experience in healthcare finance. She has worked at various institutions, including LifeBridge Health and Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Health and a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration.
Work at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Zarifa Azizi has been serving as a Patient Account Manager at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing patient accounts, ensuring accurate billing, and facilitating communication between patients and the hospital's financial department. Her experience in healthcare finance supports her ability to navigate complex billing processes and improve patient satisfaction.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Finance
Prior to her current position, Zarifa Azizi worked as a Financial Coordinator at LifeBridge Health from 2018 to 2020. In this role, she managed financial operations and assisted with patient billing in the Baltimore, Maryland area. Before that, she was a Medical Insurance Biller at Memorial Medical Center for one year and a Business Office Assistant at Genesis Healthcare System for another year, both in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Education and Expertise
Zarifa Azizi earned her Bachelor's degree in Public Health from the University of Maryland College Park, studying from 2011 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of Maryland University College. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in healthcare systems and administration, enhancing her capabilities in her current role.
Background in Healthcare Administration
Zarifa Azizi has built a career in healthcare administration, beginning her journey in 2016. Her roles have included various positions that focus on patient accounts and financial coordination. This progression reflects her commitment to improving healthcare services and her understanding of financial processes within the healthcare sector.