I am seeking a position to secure a career opportunity where I can expand my training and skills, while making a significant contribution to the success of the company. I am very detailed-oriented and knowledgeable about automated systems and variations plan benefits.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Claims Specialist
Pharmacyclics AbbVie Company
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 01.2024
Handled billing related activities focused on medical specialties.
Reviewed claims for accuracy before submitting for billing.
Precisely calculated refunds, premiums, and adjustments.
Collaborated with fellow team members to manage large volume of claims.
Conducted research into complex medical coding issues to ensure proper reimbursement.
Collaborated with other departments regarding changes to existing processes and procedures.
Assisted claimants, providers and clients with problems or questions regarding claims.
Retained strong medical terminology understanding in effort to better comprehend procedures.
Verified patient eligibility for medical claims and determined benefit coverage.
Examined claims, records and procedures to grant approval of coverage.
Resolved issues related to denied or underpaid claims in a timely manner.
Sent clinical request and missing information letters to obtain incomplete information.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations while managing confidential patient information.
Documented file notes clearly and concisely in Salesforce & CRM data base.
Maintained accurate records of all claim activities for audit purposes.
Provided feedback on coding errors and discrepancies found in submitted claims.
Prepared and reviewed insurance-claim forms and related documents for completeness.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding claim status updates.
Caregiver
Kimmys Caring Healthcare
Jackson, MS
02.2015 - 01.2024
Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
Intake Surgery Coordinator
TurningPoint Healthcare Solutions
Lake Mary, FL
03.2020 - 10.2022
Monitored compliance with regulations concerning authorization processes.
Assisted customers with questions or problems related to their authorization requests.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Created cases in salesforce and CRM data base for members and providers
Answered 50 plus calls a day to assist members and providers
Performed insurance verification.
Ensured member authorizations are reviewed in timely manner.
Participated in professional development activities related to case management best practices.
Enrollment Specialist
Healthfirst
Lake Mary, FL
10.2019 - 01.2020
Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely processing of admission applications.
Reviewed applications for accuracy before submitting them for approval.
Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
Handled new enrollments by entering customers' data and reviewing information.
Transcribed data to worksheets and entered data into computer to prepare documents and adjust accounts.
Reimbursement Specialist
United BioSource Corporation
Lake Mary, FL
10.2018 - 09.2019
Provided prompt and accurate services through knowledge of government regulations, health benefits and healthcare terminology.
Maintained a database of all reimbursements, payments, and other transactions.
Fixed discrepancies in patient accounts
Obtained benefits verification
Made 15-30 calls per day based on case loads
Navigated procedural documents while engaging with customers
Transferred patient information from Excel spreadsheet onto software system.
Senior Customer Care Specialist
Humana
Jackson, MS
07.2016 - 08.2018
Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
Performed data entry, billing inquires, VOB.
Responded to internal and external eligibility inquires.
Performed services to 50-70 members per day.
Navigated through procedure documents while engaging on the phone with members.
Documented customer correspondence in CRM to track requests, problems and solutions.
Utilized job-related software to prepare change of address records and issue service discontinuance orders.
Education
Associate of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS
12-2023
High School Diploma -
Terry High School
Terry, MS
05-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Delta Technical College
Ridgeland
Skills
Provider Relations
Interpersonal Abilities
Insurance Verification
Claims Processing
Prior Authorization Processing
Medicaid/Medicare/Tricare Knowledge
Payment Posting
Medical Billing
Medical Coding
HIPAA Knowledge
Meticulous Recordkeeping
Insurance Claims
Medical Terminology
Customer Service
Quality Assurance Checks
Proficiency in VLookup, CRM, SALESFORCE, EXCEL, ALL MICROSOFT 365, SQL, ZENDESK, SAS, PIVOT TABLES, GOOGLE SUITES, OUTLOOK
Executive Director, Field Force Empowerment at ALLERGAN AESTHETICS, an AbbVie CompanyExecutive Director, Field Force Empowerment at ALLERGAN AESTHETICS, an AbbVie Company