Christopher Suttle-Ware
Business Analyst II Payer Contracting & Alignment
406 11th Avenue North Nashville,TN
Summary
Results-driven Business Analyst at HCA with expertise in strategic communications. Leveraged analytical problem-solving and negotiation skills to support strategic initiatives and optimized operational efficiency to enhance contract competitiveness and facilitate alignment between payers and healthcare provider to successfully achieve organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Analyst
HCA Corporate
Nashville, TN
09.2022 - Current
- Actively contributed to the negotiation process for managed care contracts, for our company's largest division in securing favorable terms through in-depth contract analysis and contract management.
- Managed commercial payers, government managed care, and specialty contracts in behavioral health and transplant.
- Collaborated with managed care, legal, finance, and Division leaders on12 acquisitions and De Novo by managing new affiliate trackers, sending notification letters to payers, follow ups from meetings/ negotiations, and ensured amendments are executed and loaded by both contracting parties.
- Optimized the operational efficiency for our transplant team by managing over 150 single case agreements for solid organs, BMT, and CAR T transplants.
- Developed strong relationships with health plans to ensure smooth execution of payer contracts and resolve issues as they arise.
- Performed market research to identify risk adjustment reports through industry trends, payer strategies, and competitive pricing, to ensure contracts remain competitive and align with industry standards.
Historical Interpreter
Belmont Mansion
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Provided engaging presentations on key historical events, ensuring accuracy and relevancy in all presentations and exhibits.
- Crafted a detailed strategic plan that help increased sales, and museum attendance to over 50% through more community involvement and social media engagement.
- Assisted in training new interpreters, providing guidance on effective presentation techniques and fostered a positive learning atmosphere through collaboration.
- Conducted extensive research driven by quantitative and qualitative data to enhance visitor experience and implement new data discoveries to improve museum engagement strategies.
Strategic Communications Intern
TrailRunner International
Nashville, TN
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Enhanced brand awareness by developing and executing strategic communication plans for client's initiatives and goals.
- Achieved increased media coverage for clients through effective press releases and curating media lists of over 50 reporters across industries.
- Supported event planning and execution for various internal and external events, ensuring smooth operation and positive brand representation.
- Monitored analytics to measure the success of communication efforts, adjusting strategies as needed for optimal results.
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Communication & Leadership
Belmont University
Nashville, TN 08.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Clemson University
Clemson, SC 08.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
Analytical problem-solving
Data-driven decision-making
Project management
Reimbursement methodologies
Negotiation
Microsoft Excel mastery
Microsoft Office Suite
Verbal and written communication
Certification
Nonprofit Leadership
Timeline
Business Analyst
HCA Corporate
09.2022 - Current
Strategic Communications Intern
TrailRunner International
06.2022 - 08.2022
Nonprofit Leadership
05-2022
Historical Interpreter
Belmont Mansion
08.2020 - 09.2023
Master of Science - Strategic Communication & Leadership
Belmont University
08.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Clemson University
08.2014 - 05.2018
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