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Shaniqua Cobb

Summary

Detail-oriented Claims & Appeals Specialist with 5+years of a solid background in healthcare claims processing and grievance management. Known for effectively resolving enrollee complaints while ensuring compliance with Medicare regulations, resulting in enhanced claim accuracy and customer satisfaction in high-volume environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Appeals & Grievances Coordinator II

Maximus
Raleigh
11.2024 - 05.2026

Resolved enrollee grievances and complaints, ensuring compliance with Medicare and organizational guidelines

Investigated grievance cases by analyzing claim history, provider documentation, and member concerns to ensure accurate resolutions

  • Conducted investigations to resolve discrepancies and uphold claim integrity across all cases
  • Ensure all case decisions meet regulatory and quality standards while maintaining strict deadlines
  • Managed caseload of 75 cases, emails, and faxes daily from providers.
  • Reviewed case files to ensure thorough investigation of complaints and appeals.
  • Analyze complex medical documentation to support evidence-based decisions
  • Make outbound calls to members or providers to request documentation, clarify case details or address outstanding issues.
  • Conduct analytic reviews of clinical documentation to determine case validity, including investigative work to find the denial.

Medical Claims Processor

WPS Health Solutions
Raleigh
10.2022 - 11.2024
  • Processed high-volume medical claims while ensuring accuracy and compliance with insurance guidelines
  • Investigated and resolved billing and coding issues for providers and enrollees, resulting in faster claim resolution times
  • Communicated claim determinations clearly, leading to fewer confusion and repeat inquiries
  • Monitored claim status and proactively updated clients, contributing to higher customer satisfaction
  • Developed educational content to guide users in correcting rejected or denied claims
  • Handled 70 incoming calls daily from providers, addressing inquiries and issues.

Health Insurance Agent

Humana healthcare
Raleigh
04.2020 - 06.2022
  • Guided members in selecting and enrolling in Medicare and Medicaid plans, addressing coverage questions to enhance understanding
  • Informed enrollees about benefits, deductibles, and payment responsibilities to clarify financial obligations
  • Resolved member concerns efficiently, preventing escalations and improving customer experience
  • Evaluated customer needs to recommend suitable healthcare plans and services, ensuring alignment with individual requirements

Appointment/Scheduler

Rex UNC Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2020

Coordinated with medical staff to confirm and optimize appointment availability.

  • Scheduled patient appointments using electronic health record system.
  • Managed incoming calls for appointment inquiries and effectively rescheduled appointments.
  • Organized and maintained appointment calendars for multiple physicians to enhance scheduling efficiency.
  • Ensured accurate patient information entry into scheduling software.
  • Assisted in scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling appointments for patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient appointments in computer system.

Education

High School Diploma -

Millbrook High School
Raleigh, NC
06-2013

Skills

  • Claims processing
  • Appeals resolution
  • Grievance management
  • Claims analysis
  • Billing resolution
  • Insurance regulations
  • Policy compliance
  • Case management
  • Customer & Provider Communication
  • Data Analysis
  • Decision-making
  • Critical thinking

References

  • Destini Cox, Co-worker, (919) 802-6023, Bedestini1234@gmail.com
  • Samantha Merde, Manger, (567)-765-2367,Samanthamerde@maximus.com

Timeline

Appeals & Grievances Coordinator II

Maximus
11.2024 - 05.2026

Medical Claims Processor

WPS Health Solutions
10.2022 - 11.2024

Health Insurance Agent

Humana healthcare
04.2020 - 06.2022

Appointment/Scheduler

Rex UNC Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2020

High School Diploma -

Millbrook High School
Shaniqua Cobb