Met with clients individually to discuss weight loss, nutrition and lifestyle changes.
Followed up with clients to answer questions and close sales.
Maintained communication with existing clients with food suggestions, new habit recommendations and lifestyle changes.
Created and organized client charts, managed filing system, and submitted reports.
Documented client needs, desires, and problems to build rapport and identify areas needing support.
Sold weight loss program and supplements tailored to client weight loss needs.
Counseled and coached clients during visits to offer solutions and support.
Delivered exercise guidance to patients recovering from heart attack, lung cancer, stroke and other major health crises to rebuild strength and endurance.
Integrated nutrition and exercise into lifestyle guidance for patients recovering from serious health conditions such as [Type] and [Type].
Gathered exercise data to develop individualized strength and conditioning programs for patients recovering from cancer.
Secured strained muscle groups with kinesiology tape and muscle mapping for patient comfort.
Attended national physiologist conferences to learn new, pertinent findings to improve patient care.
Insurance Specialist
Mayo Clinic Scottsdale
07.2006 - 02.2021
Researched and resolved routine and complex issues.
Processed eligibility and benefits verification and authorization requests.
Tracked pending authorizations to resolve discrepancies and avoid revenue loss.
Followed up on denials, late payments, extensions and other special circumstances.
Acted as subject matter expert, answering internal and external questions and inquiries.
Maintained confidentiality of patient finances, records and health statuses.
Resolved discrepancies in insurance payments by collaborating with carriers.
Utilized [Software] to document and track customer account details.
Communicated effectively with members of operations, finance and clinical departments.
Coordinated with contracting department to resolve payer issues.
Communicated verification and authorization status updates with [Type] department to facilitate decision-making for patient admissions and insurance coverage.
Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
Spent ample time with each customer, verbally reviewing and explaining documents for client comprehension.
Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage.
Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
Enhanced insurance agency reputation by accommodating new and different requests and by exploring opportunities to add value.
Education
Sports Nutrition/Sport -
ASFA
Remote
Nutrition Certification - Weight Loss Management
ISSA
Remote
05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Finance
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ
05.1992
Timeline
Sports Nutrition/Weight Loss Coach
Owner/Macromaniacs Meal Prep & Protein Treats
02.2021 - Current
Insurance Specialist
Mayo Clinic Scottsdale
07.2006 - 02.2021
Sports Nutrition/Sport -
ASFA
Nutrition Certification - Weight Loss Management
ISSA
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Finance
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College