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Casandra  Norwood

Casandra Norwood

Memphis,TN

Summary

Dynamic Healthcare Customer Service Agent with a proven track record of achieving a 98% approval rate on prior authorization submissions and requests. Skilled in patient confidentiality, compliance and effective communication with the proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments while staying commited to quality assurance and delivering exceptional patient care .

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Kaiser SMC Sleep Specialist

Apria Healthcare, LLC
01.2024 - Current
  • Manage inbound calls and direct as needed, enhancing patient satisfaction.
  • Guide patients in troubleshooting BIPAP/CPAP machines ,improving device usage.
  • Coordinate DME supply orders, ensuring timely delivery and patient care.
  • Verify insurance for supply orders, optimizing billing accuracy.
  • Schedule RT visits,facilitating patient access to necessary care
  • Explain patient insurance benefits before placing orders for supplies to help patients understand their coverage and Co- pay responsibilities

Avalon Customer Service Representative

Concentrix
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted customers with account recovery, enhancing user satisfaction.
  • Resolved device issues,improving customer experience.
  • Scheduled Apple store appointments, optimizing service efficiency.
  • Provided exceptional customer support by guiding clients through account recovery, resulting in a high satisfaction rate .

Bank of America Fraud Specialist

TTEC
01.2023 - 05.2023

•Authenticate customers to assist with their accts or for other Bank of America Agents / Depts

•Apply/ remove fraud blocks

•Apply C9M suppressors to accts for card declines

•File TRMS fraud reports as needed

•Assist caller with PIN resets / acct updates

CVS / Aetna Customer Service Representative

TTEC
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Answer inbound calls
  • Complete Patient PDP Enrollments
  • Assist patients with questions /transfer calls accordingly
  • Schedule patient seminars, LACB’s and home visits

Lab Specimen Collector

ACCU Medical
08.2019 - 04.2022
  • Prepare specimens for shipping to the lab for result confirmation
  • Collect specimens for COVID testing at Providers request
  • Collect and perform oral and urine drug screen at providers request

Medical Assistant

Office of Internal Medicine
05.2017 - 07.2019
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Schedule patient referral appointments
  • Get prior authorization and approval for patient test procedures and medication

Education

Technical Diploma - Medical Assistant

Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN

Skills

  • Patient Confidentiality Compliance
  • HIPAA Compliance Knowledge
  • Medical Terminology
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Strong Organization
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Effective communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Insurance verification and prior authorization

Timeline

Kaiser SMC Sleep Specialist

Apria Healthcare, LLC
01.2024 - Current

Avalon Customer Service Representative

Concentrix
05.2023 - 12.2023

Bank of America Fraud Specialist

TTEC
01.2023 - 05.2023

CVS / Aetna Customer Service Representative

TTEC
10.2022 - 12.2022

Lab Specimen Collector

ACCU Medical
08.2019 - 04.2022

Medical Assistant

Office of Internal Medicine
05.2017 - 07.2019

Technical Diploma - Medical Assistant

Concorde Career College