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Emily (Meyers) Daniels

Cozad,NE

Summary

Proven Prior Authorization Specialist skilled in coding, insurance, and medical necessity guidelines. Soft skills include problem solving, attention to detail, and effective communication. Strong background in electronic health records, customer service, and patient care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prior Authorization Specialist

Cozad Community Hospital
Cozad, NE
04.2025 - Current
  • Processed prior authorization requests efficiently to ensure timely patient care.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to gather necessary documentation for approvals.
  • Assisted team members in navigating complex cases requiring additional support.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of insurance plan requirements, facilitating accurate and timely completion of authorization forms.
  • Analyzed medical records and other documents to determine approval of requests for authorization.
  • Provided training to new staff members on the intricacies of various insurance plans and their specific prior authorization requirements.

Client Care Manager

Home Instead
Cozad, NE
02.2022 - 04.2025
  • Developed and implemented personalized care plans for clients, enhancing overall satisfaction and well-being.
  • Coordinated schedules between caregivers and clients, optimizing resource allocation and service delivery.
  • Collaborated with families to address concerns, improving communication and strengthening relationships with clients.
  • Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring high-quality service provision across all client interactions.
  • Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions, and alternatives within appropriate timeframes and followed up to achieve resolution.

CNA

Holdrege Memorial Homes
Holdrege, NE
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Maintained confidentiality of resident information according to HIPAA guidelines
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.

Education

Health Information Management

Northeast Community College
Norfolk, NE
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Holdrege High School
Holdrege, NE
05-2017

Skills

  • Medical terminology
  • Effective communication skills
  • Electronic health records proficiency
  • Medical office procedures
  • Billing procedures
  • Retro-authorizations
  • Utilization review experience
  • ICD-10 coding
  • CPT coding
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities

Certification

CCS Exam- Scheduled for 5/4/26

Timeline

Prior Authorization Specialist

Cozad Community Hospital
04.2025 - Current

Client Care Manager

Home Instead
02.2022 - 04.2025

CNA

Holdrege Memorial Homes
09.2019 - 01.2022

Health Information Management

Northeast Community College

High School Diploma -

Holdrege High School

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