Results-oriented Analyst skillful in managing and breaking down large volumes of information. Proactive at heading off issues in operations, workflow and production by uncovering trends affecting business success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Capability Analyst
Optum
01.2022 - 01.2025
Medicare Advantage provider roster management
Liaise with UHC or other Payors to support Configuration Team inquiries
Manage Provider Loading to Facets
Using SQL queries for Post 1/1 Weekly Audits and Claim Pend support
Employer Installation Specialist Supervisor
OptumRx
01.2004 - 01.2022
Mentor and guide team members in adopting best practices and methodologies in the implementation of pharmacy and client pricing contracts
Troubleshoot issues with the ability to analyze data and to present analysis in a format that is relatable to interested parties
Problem solve/research issues independently to completion
Partner with business and technology partners to elicit, analyze, translate, and document business requirements.
Preparing data analysis in the required format including tables, charts and graphs with written summaries, conclusions, and recommendations
Senior Pharmacy Technician
Innoviant
01.1999 - 01.2004
Implementation of unique client pharmacy benefit plans including coverage, copay, and pricing configuration
New client onboarding and loading to RxClaim system based upon contracts to ensure accurate claim processing
Identify solutions to non-standard requests and problems
SOP/training documentation preparation and presentation
Provide customer service to claimants, providers, and plan holders regarding pharmaceutical benefits
Claim Processor/Customer Service Representative
Wausau Benefits
01.1993 - 01.1999
Complete quality reviews of my peers
Process claims according to specified Claim Services procedures and standards as well as federal/state mandates, all the time holding exceptional quality and performance statistics
Provide superior customer service to claimants, plan holders, providers, and other insurance companies regarding health claims
Interpret plan wording and intent in order to make sound claim decisions
Education
High School Diploma -
Tomahawk High School
01.1985
Office Management - undefined
New London School of Business
01.1990
Agricultural Business Management - Animal Science
UW- River Falls
01.1989
General Education - undefined
UW- Marathon Center
01.1986
Skills
Analytical thinker
Organizational skills
Advanced Excel/formula creation/Pivot Tables
Power Query for Data Validation
Healthcare Provider Roster Management
23 years PBM experience
Process enhancement
Special Skills And Qualifications
Analytical thinker exceptional project management, organizational and communication skills
Advanced Excel User; graphs, pivot tables, formula creation
Power Query User; using Power Query for data validation