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Christen Murr

Asheville,NC

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. On top of my 10 years of experience in AR, I have also simultaneously been a bartender at Wicked Weed Brewing along side my professional career.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Appeals Analyst

Parallon
10.2019 - Current

Assigned to specialized team designated to address denials for United Health Care and all affiliates. Review high dollar accounts with expected reimbursement of $50,000.00 and above. Review claim denials issued by payers, including but not limited to, medical necessity, no prior authorization, timely filing, and any coding related denials. Submit detailed appeals for the applicable denials while utilizing specific contract language to assist in overturning the denial. Coordinated with various departments when additional information was required for a successful resolution of an appeal. Consistently meet company production standards while also maintaining quality. Adhere to company Codes of Conduct.

AR Specialist

Allergy Partners
Asheville, NC
04.2017 - 07.2019

Oversaw AR for largest practice in the company billing out more than 1 million claims per month. Addressed and corrected claim rejections. Followed up with insurance companies regarding the processing of claims. Composed and submitted appeals to insurance carriers if applicable. Reviewed and approved refunds to be issued to insurance. Maintained aging AR greater than 60 days at 5% or under. Researched and resolved inquiries made by Practice Management, Physicians, and patients. Resolved billing issues raised by patients in a timely manner. Provided excellent customer service when responding to inquiries about invoicing or payment status. Assisted in streamlining accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement.

AR Specialist

Genova Diagnostics
Asheville, NC
05.2013 - 12.2016

Reviewed/addressed all claim denials issued by insurance. Followed-up with insurance carriers regarding processing of claims. Posted insurance payments and adjustments to accounts. Reviewed and approved/denied chargebacks and refund requests. Prepared monthly aging reports of all outstanding receivables for management review. Processed incoming checks, money orders, and other forms of payment received from patients. Collaborated with accounting team members on special projects as needed. Created standard operating procedures and training workbook for new employees.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Blue Ridge Community
Flat Rock, NC

Skills

  • Experience with all insurance carriers in all 50 states including government payers such as Medicare, Medicaid, TriCare, and Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Experience with different specialties including Diagnostics, Allergist, and Inpatient Hospital billing
  • Customer service and support My bartending and service experience have helped me hone my customer service skills
  • Training and education I have assisted with employee training at every place of employment

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Appeals Analyst

Parallon
10.2019 - Current

AR Specialist

Allergy Partners
04.2017 - 07.2019

AR Specialist

Genova Diagnostics
05.2013 - 12.2016

Some College (No Degree) -

Blue Ridge Community
Christen Murr