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Boyd Baker

Green Bay,WI

Summary

Accomplished in leading strategic initiatives at CVS HEALTH CORPORATION, I've excelled in utilizing medical underwriting and policy analysis to enhance product performance and streamline processes. My expertise in compliance monitoring, coupled with a knack for fostering teamwork, has significantly improved operational efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Mgr, Strategy & Bus Dev

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
11.2020 - 10.2024
  • Successfully built a database to track the department's system enhancement needs, status and prioritization
  • Successfully created and launched a brand new product by working through a third party vendor
  • Identified gaps and trends by using data analytics to improve product performance.

Regional Underwriting Liaison, Individual Markets

Aetna, a CVS Health
10.2008 - 11.2020
  • Aided in the development of the development of the Individual Underwriting System.
  • Organized and programmed all the rules in the backend Individual Underwriting System to allow for automation.
  • Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by swiftly addressing concerns and providing solutions to various issues.
  • Aided in the development of training materials, contributing to the ongoing education of team members and improved performance outcomes.
  • Acted as the liaison between upper management and contractors, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
  • Aided in the development

Senior Individual Medical Underwriter

Aetna, a CVS Health
08.2006 - 10.2008
  • Utilized knowledge of insurance principles, policies and procedures to make decisions on risk assessment.
  • Evaluated applications to determine insurance coverage and appropriate risk classifications.
  • Developed and implemented underwriting policies and procedures, establishing useful and accurate processing of applications.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop innovative underwriting solutions.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant software systems, ensuring expedited data entry and processing for all applications.
  • Assisted in the development of underwriting guidelines and training materials, improving overall team performance.
  • Enhanced underwriting efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Streamlined underwriting processes for faster decision-making through the implementation of automated tools.

Senior Underwriter

American Medical Security
10.1999 - 08.2006
  • Participated in industry conferences and seminars to stay informed about the latest trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in underwriting.
  • Tracked and updated organizational guarantees, keeping financing terms in line with company profit and risk management objectives and guidelines.
  • Guided, mentored and coached underwriters in both technical and professional skills, instilling best practice and company standards.
  • Conducted regular audits of underwriting files, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Provided high level of assistance to help with review, classification, coding, and rating of applications.
  • Mentored junior underwriters, fostering their professional growth and enhancing team performance.

Life Insurance Underwriter

Aid Association For Lutherans
10.1997 - 10.1998
  • Improved underwriting accuracy by consistently reviewing and analyzing medical, financial, and occupational data.
  • Strengthened client relationships by providing timely and accurate feedback on individual case statuses and eligibility decisions.
  • Evaluated complex cases involving multiple risk factors and provided recommendations based on thorough analysis of the applicant''s overall insurability profile.
  • Evaluated high-risk applicants using a combination of medical records, personal interviews, and external investigations to provide informed recommendations.
  • Evaluated applications to determine insurance coverage and appropriate risk classifications.
  • Delivered consistent results within designated authority levels by accurately assessing applicant insurability risks according to company guidelines.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance targets by effectively managing daily workload and adhering to strict deadlines.

Medical Underwriter

American Medical Security
10.1992 - 10.1997
  • Managed relationships with key stakeholders such as brokers, agents, and providers to ensure smooth workflow execution and client satisfaction.
  • Evaluated applications to determine insurance coverage and appropriate risk classifications.
  • Utilized knowledge of insurance principles, policies and procedures to make decisions on risk assessment.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to provide accurate quotes, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through prompt responses to inquiries from applicants, policyholders, and agents.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, Green Bay, WI
12.1991

Professional Development

  • LOMA - Fellow, Life Management Institute, ACS - Life Insurance, Underwriting Certificate
  • AHIP - HIA
  • Academy of Life Underwriting - ALU 101

Skills

  • Underwriting guidelines
  • Policy analysis
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Sales Support
  • Medical Underwriting
  • Technical knowledge
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making

Timeline

Sr Mgr, Strategy & Bus Dev - CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
11.2020 - 10.2024
Regional Underwriting Liaison, Individual Markets - Aetna, a CVS Health
10.2008 - 11.2020
Senior Individual Medical Underwriter - Aetna, a CVS Health
08.2006 - 10.2008
Senior Underwriter - American Medical Security
10.1999 - 08.2006
Life Insurance Underwriter - Aid Association For Lutherans
10.1997 - 10.1998
Medical Underwriter - American Medical Security
10.1992 - 10.1997
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration And Management
Boyd Baker