Diligent Configuration Director with solid background in configuration management and system optimization. Successfully implemented configuration changes that streamlined operational workflows and enhanced system reliability. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and process improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Benefit Configuration Analyst
Health One Alliance (HOA)
01.2024 - Current
Work directly with the Medical Management Team to ensure high coding standards by adhering to industry best practices and staying current with emerging technologies.
Improve the configuration processes by streamlining workflows allowing for more auto adjudication.
Conduct root cause analyses of configuration issues, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions accordingly.
Lead the Change Control Board meetings, ensuring comprehensive documentation of all steps and timely resolution of tickets.
Manage the Optum clinical editing system and configure customized rules as needed.
Director of Configuration
Evolent Health
11.2013 - 08.2023
Managed a staff of7 individuals, including hiring, career growth and performance management to ensure that both departmental and organizational goals were achieved
Designed and implemented automated processes to alleviate manual intervention
Analyzed metrics to predict future efforts
Collaborated with various cross functional teams (EDI, Enrollment, IT, Claims, etc.) and external teams in designing and analyzing configuration projects to ensure a successful implementation
Drove ongoing improvements and efficiencies in operational practices, tools & processes
Performed testing and review of system enhancements and design documents for the accuracy of benefits, pricing, clinical editing and coding prior to promoting the build into the core processing system
Worked Medicaid, Medicare and Commercial Clients
Performed configuration based on the providers contract with the Client
Medical Claims Analyst
UTSW Medical Center
01.2011 - 11.2013
Reviewed explanation of benefits that have been denied or partially paid and appealed with the proper documentation to all insurance companies and government agencies
Performed billing and collections in the accounts receivable department
Coordinated communications with payers to ensure accurate billing practices, enhanced reimbursement opportunities and achieved cash collections targets and reduced and maintained accounts receivable over 90 days at or below the targeted level
Identified inconsistencies and trends by all carriers and reported the findings to management with recommendations for resolution
Ensured that the proper CPT and ICD-9 codes were billed, and reimbursement is per the contract
Client Service Manager
HealthSmart
01.2007 - 01.2011
Designed and created an incoming email system which attributed to a significant turnaround decrease in Customer Service calls
Developed and implemented standardized Policy and Procedures for the Client Services Department
Executed a plan for employees to have a hybrid work schedule
Met daily with Customer Service and Account Management to review and resolve escalated instances
Skills
Strategic and analytical planning
Verbal and written communication
Decision-making
Operations management
Project coordination
Visium, Aldera, Meditrac (Conduent) and Optum platforms