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ANTOINETTE F. TALLEY

Essex,MD

Summary

  • Maryland Health Benefit Exchange Permit
  • Licensed Agent of general lines Life and Health Insurance
  • Over 10 years of customer service and sales experience at corporate level
  • Ability to achieve immediate long-term goals and meet operation deadlines
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to encourage and motivate others
  • Extensive business experience including insurance companies, medical and government agencies
  • Self-motivated, self-managed and ability to work independently
  • Accustomed to working in a structured, energetic, fast paced and team-oriented environment
  • Strong crisis intervention and assessment skills

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative II

Evolent
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Received inbound calls in a Call Center environment from providers, health plans and patients
  • Made telephonic outreach to health plans, provider offices and patients
  • Completed notifications telephonically as well as by generating letter notifications to inform of medical treatment determinations
  • Utilized engagement strategies to build rapport
  • Accurately documented information received from members, provider offices, and health plan clients into Evolent's online clinical system
  • Performed clerical duties such as faxing, scanning, telephone, voice mail systems and
    computer-based programs such as Microsoft Office
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers
  • Supported UM functions by performing activities that required evaluation or
    interpretation of clinical information
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflict
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs
  • Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team
  • Performed other duties as assigned

Retail Store Associate

CVS Health
12.2022 - 04.2023

Provided differentiated customer service by anticipating customer needs, demonstrated compassion and care in all interactions, and actively identifying and resolving potential service issues

  • Focused on customer by giving warm and friendly greeting, maintained eye contact and offered help locating additional items, when needed
  • Accurately performed cashier duties - handled cash, checks and credit card transactions with precision while following company policies and procedures
  • Maintained sales floor by restocking shelves, checking in vendors, updating pricing information and completing inventory management tasks as directed by store manager
  • Supported opening and closing store activities, when needed
  • Provided customer support to all departments, including photo and beauty, ensuring departments were fully stocked and operational while remaining current with all updated services and tools
  • Assisted pharmacy personnel when needed, including working regular shifts in pharmacy as part of opportunities for growth and career development
  • Embraced and advocated for new CVS services and loyalty programs that supported purpose of helping people on their path to better health

Customer Care Specialist (CCS)

NFM Lending
12.2019 - 02.2023
  • Responsible for drafting payment letters to borrowers on approximately 15th day of each month
  • Completed transfer of MINs within Mortgage Electronic Registration System (MERS)
  • Drafted and provided insurance mortgage change letter to insurance company of record
  • Labeled and shipped hazard insurance policies received on sold loans to current servicer of record
  • Responsible for drafting and mailing goodbye letters to borrowers within 3 days of loan being sold to investor per RESPA guidelines
  • Responsible for Closing-Out Post Closing Milestone
  • Processed monthly payments received via mail or via online portal
  • Responsible for following up with borrowers about loan payments due
  • Prepared loans for loan boarding to Sub Servicers which included data entry, mortgage clause updates and prepared Final Closing Packages
  • A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is essential for this job function
  • Create SOPs for future employees
  • Expected to maintain satisfactory attendance and report to work on time every day
  • Occasional overtime and travel
  • Additional task as assigned

Document Management File Clerk

PDP Group/Amynta
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Sorted documents and folders received daily
  • Entered all documents and folders into correct cell/folder
  • Used handheld scanners to identify/read barcodes on folders to be filed
  • Pulled folders upon request
  • Straightened files, performed physical cell audits and cleaned up area
  • Enforced loss prevention and shortage control procedures
  • Maintained general organization of file system

Cashier/Sales Associate

LOFT
10.2017 - 11.2018
  • Generated sales by determining customer's needs
  • Developed product knowledge by learning the merchandise features and benefits
  • Opened new charge accounts while operating cash register
  • Maintained floor standard including replenishment, appearance and cleanliness
  • Understood all systems and procedures relating to sales and credit transactions
  • Enforced loss prevention and shortage control procedures

Collection Specialist

Aerotek/Medstar Health
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Updated patient demographics and corrected errors to assist billing department
  • Worked through coding or billing issues by EOB's, ensuring accuracy in timely manner
  • Completed all required monthly in-services and educational training as required
  • Properly documented patient account of all steps taken to resolve balance
  • Other duties as assigned

Healthcare Data Analyst

Cognizant Technology Solutions LLC
02.2016 - 05.2018
  • Administered new enrollment application changes and terminations to member records
  • Corresponded with members/groups regarding enrollment transactions within the specific SLA
  • Processed electronic enrollment discrepancy reports and notified groups when electronic enrollment files were not received as scheduled
  • Reviewed system error reports and made corrections as necessary
  • Produced enrollment analysis reports using the software applications in preparation for senior leadership
  • Notified members of physician changes and terminations

Provider Data Senior Associate

Aerotek/Cigna HealthSpring
07.2015 - 01.2016
  • Managed Provider demographic information changes (tax identification numbers, new addresses, (etc.) and resolved identifiable problems working with Credentialing Department to update information in the QNXT system
  • Assisted Network Management/External Provider Relations team with network audits consistent with ongoing Network Management goals
  • Researched and analyzed projects making corrections based off provider claims submissions
  • Interfaced with a few departments within the organization and provided constructive feedback as well as executive data entry decisions
  • Successfully completed special projects related to job as assigned by manager
  • Held accountable for the quality of the provider data entered

Quality Assurance Analyst Auditor

Kelly Services/Benefit Mall
09.2014 - 01.2015
  • Reviewed processed enrollment and contracts for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established policies and procedures
  • Prioritized projects and established time for critical deadlines
  • Audited general business and service sector as assigned and communicated quality errors to Enrollment Technicians for correction to be completed in a set time frame
  • Communicated errors with tact and diplomacy, using positive feedback as a training tool to improve quality results
  • Documented all processing errors for follow-up from processors and recorded results in the quality assurance database for matrix reporting
  • Performed quality audits with a goal of 99% accuracy based on MTM (Member Touchpoint Measures) quality program administered by Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maryland
  • Adhered to transmission timeframes to ensure completion of quality assurance review prior to transmission of data to carrier
  • Kept abreast of current trends and regulatory issues surrounding carriers' plan design and administration
  • Handled a 95% increase in workload without need for additional staff

Consolidated Service Representative

Symphony Placements/SOMHC
02.2014 - 05.2014
  • Generated inbound/outbound calls to assist consumers with obtaining affordable health care
  • Registered/processed applications via HIPPAsuite and Health Insurance Exchange (HIX) software
  • Completed 834 Enrollments and manual calculations as required
  • Sold and assisted consumers with choosing Health Insurance Plans
  • Provided Tier 2 second level support, to technical help desk by creating new user accounts, resetting passwords and unlocking accounts
  • Ensured proper recording, documentation and closure in compliance with federal and state regulations

Benefits Advisor

Extend Health Incorporated
07.2012 - 11.2012
  • Utilized consultative skills to assist client in purchasing affordable health care, assessing client's needs and appropriate eligibility by determining most cost efficient, comprehensive health care coverage
  • Effectively communicated cost and benefits of Medicare insurance plans via telephone
  • Interpreted and applied varying guidelines across multiple insurance carriers to applicant-specific health scenarios
  • Complied with company's ethical policies and standards
  • Worked effectively as team player across company's departments by maintaining efficient and professional work environment
  • Handled calls using third party interpreting services
  • Exceeded mandatory performance targets including quality, competencies and effectiveness of loss resolution
  • Referred clients to community resources that provided no-cost or low-cost financial aid, health care services, and work-skills training

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI

Certificate of Accomplishment -

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
Baltimore, MD

Certificate of Completion -

H & R Block Income Tax Course
Baltimore, MD

Certified General Lines Life & Health Insurance Agent -

Maryland Department of Insurance
Baltimore, MD
03.2015

MHBE Permit -

Maryland Department of Insurance
Baltimore, MD
03.2014

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • SAP
  • AS400
  • SharePoint
  • Idea
  • Identifi
  • Encompass
  • Invision
  • Mckesson
  • MMIS
  • QNXT
  • FACETS 47
  • FACETS 5
  • MS Access
  • Cavulus
  • Windows XP
  • Windows NT
  • Windows 2000
  • Macintosh
  • Apple

Timeline

Customer Service Representative II

Evolent
10.2023 - 10.2024

Retail Store Associate

CVS Health
12.2022 - 04.2023

Customer Care Specialist (CCS)

NFM Lending
12.2019 - 02.2023

Document Management File Clerk

PDP Group/Amynta
02.2019 - 12.2019

Collection Specialist

Aerotek/Medstar Health
06.2018 - 08.2018

Cashier/Sales Associate

LOFT
10.2017 - 11.2018

Healthcare Data Analyst

Cognizant Technology Solutions LLC
02.2016 - 05.2018

Provider Data Senior Associate

Aerotek/Cigna HealthSpring
07.2015 - 01.2016

Quality Assurance Analyst Auditor

Kelly Services/Benefit Mall
09.2014 - 01.2015

Consolidated Service Representative

Symphony Placements/SOMHC
02.2014 - 05.2014

Benefits Advisor

Extend Health Incorporated
07.2012 - 11.2012

Certified General Lines Life & Health Insurance Agent -

Maryland Department of Insurance

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Wayne State University

Certificate of Accomplishment -

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service

Certificate of Completion -

H & R Block Income Tax Course

MHBE Permit -

Maryland Department of Insurance
ANTOINETTE F. TALLEY