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Acelia Lavall

Anoka,MN

Summary

Detail-oriented Healthcare Administration Professional with over 10 years of experience in healthcare operations, benefits administration, and care coordination. Expertise in resolving complex inquiries, interpreting benefits data, and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to support individuals in navigating healthcare systems while maintaining confidentiality and delivering exceptional service.

Overview

4
4
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager

Rem Hennepin
Minneapolis, Minnesota
05.2023 - Current
  • Oversee daily healthcare and residential operations supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Coordinate services with families, guardians, healthcare providers, case managers, and community partners.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, service records, incident reports, and compliance-related materials.
  • Monitor quality standards, regulatory requirements, and person-centered care practices.
  • Manage staffing operations, scheduling, performance coaching, and team development.
  • Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
  • Review client needs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support positive outcomes.

Elite customer service advocate

United Healthcare Group
Minneapolis, Minnesota
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Supported members with complex healthcare benefit questions involving medical, pharmacy, behavioral health, claims, and coverage concerns.
  • Educated members on benefit plans, eligibility, healthcare resources, and available services.
  • Coordinated with providers, facilities, and internal departments to resolve billing, authorization, and coverage issues.
  • Researched claims concerns and assisted with timely resolution of member inquiries.
  • Documented member interactions accurately while maintaining HIPAA compliance and quality standards.
  • Delivered compassionate customer service while managing high-volume healthcare requests.

Educational Assistant

Teachers On Call
Minneapolis, MN
08.2018 - 07.2021
  • Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
  • Supported individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs.
  • Prepared instructional materials and resources for various lesson plans.
  • Maintained detailed documentation and collaborated with education teams.
  • Provided a safe and supportive environment while adapting to changing needs.

Independent Living Specialist

Recover health
Minneapolis, MN
03.2016 - 08.2018
  • Assisted clients in developing independent living plans tailored to their needs.
  • Coordinated support services to enhance client access to community resources.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate client progress and needs.

● Assisted individuals with daily living skills, healthcare needs, budgeting, and community resources.

● Maintained accurate client documentation and service records.

Behavior Health Assistant

FMA professional resources
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
08.2012 - 09.2016
  • Facilitated support for individuals with behavioral and mental health needs, enhancing their overall well-being.
  • Developed and tracked individualized support plans, ensuring alignment with client goals and monitoring progress.
  • Coordinated crisis prevention strategies, safety planning, and daily care assistance to promote stability and safety.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

African Methodist Episcopal University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2004 - 09.2008

Skills

  • Healthcare Administration Benefits Administration Insurance Verification Member Advocacy Patient Support Care Coordination Claims Resolution Prior Authorization Support Healthcare Documentation HIPAA Compliance Medical Benefits Behavioral Health Services Scheduling & Coordination Customer Service Data Entry Quality Assurance Microsoft Office Electronic Systems
  • Service coordination

Timeline

Program Manager

Rem Hennepin
05.2023 - Current

Elite customer service advocate

United Healthcare Group
08.2021 - 05.2023

Educational Assistant

Teachers On Call
08.2018 - 07.2021

Independent Living Specialist

Recover health
03.2016 - 08.2018

Behavior Health Assistant

FMA professional resources
08.2012 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

African Methodist Episcopal University
09.2004 - 09.2008
Acelia Lavall