Tess Punzalan
About Tess Punzalan
Tess Punzalan is a Patient Accounting professional at Scripps Health and a Reimbursement Specialist at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego, with over 7 years of experience in the field.
Current Roles at Scripps Health and Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego
Tess Punzalan currently holds dual roles at two prominent healthcare institutions in San Diego, California. At Scripps Health in Rancho Bernardo, Tess works in patient accounting, a position she has held since November 2016. Additionally, she serves as a Reimbursement Specialist at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego. These roles involve managing patient billing, reimbursement processes, and ensuring financial accuracy and compliance in healthcare settings.
Education and Expertise in Health Care Administration
Tess Punzalan studied at the University of Phoenix, where she focused on Health/Health Care Administration/Management. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree from 2013 to 2015. This educational background has provided her with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage patient accounting and reimbursement responsibilities in her professional roles.
Experience in Patient Accounting and Reimbursement
With over 7 years of experience in patient accounting and reimbursement roles, Tess Punzalan has developed a comprehensive understanding of financial processes within healthcare settings. She is skilled in managing patient accounts, coordinating reimbursements, and ensuring that hospital billing practices adhere to industry standards and regulations. Her roles at Scripps Health and Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego highlight her capability and commitment to maintaining financial integrity in healthcare administration.
Professional Background in Health Care Financial Management
Tess Punzalan's professional background is rooted in healthcare financial management. Since November 2016, she has been an essential part of the patient accounting team at Scripps Health. Her dual role as a Reimbursement Specialist at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego allows her to bring her expertise to a pediatric setting as well. Through these positions, she contributes to efficient financial operations and the accurate handling of patient billing and reimbursement processes.
Work Location: Rancho Bernardo, San Diego
Tess Punzalan works in Rancho Bernardo, a neighborhood in San Diego, California. This location is part of her role at Scripps Health, where she handles patient accounting tasks. Rancho Bernardo is a significant area known for its healthcare facilities, and Tess's presence there underscores her active engagement in the region's healthcare financial management sector.