Debby Schmidt Email & Phone Number

Federal Way Wa

Responsible for Medicare cost reporting for 2200+ dialysis centers. Analyze general ledger accounts for reclass of expenses, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.• Instrumental in setting policy and procedures for reporting Medicare bad debt on the cost report. • Keep abreast of changes to Medicare regulations to ensure accurate reporting on the cost report.• Work with 7 Fiscal Intermediaries on desk review, final cost report issues and audits, providing written explanation on variances.

Federal Way Wa

Accountable for reimbursement consulting; Medicare/Medicaid cost report preparation, operating costs analysis and reimbursement maximization for thirty-five facilities in four states. Analyzed monthly accrual reports to ensure revenue maximization. Projected facility Medicaid rates and provided strategies for revenue enhancement. Collaboration with IS programmers.• Instrumental in auditing statistical data for annual preparation and filing of Medicare and Medicaid cost reports, thereby ensuring accuracy and maximization of reimbursement. • Reviewed rate calculations completed by the State for accuracy and prepared written explanations of any variances