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Esmeralda Martinez

Houston,TX

Summary

Skilled Patient Care Coordinator, familiar with case management and care planning. Motivated and knowledgeable in healthcare management, operations and regulatory compliance. Talent for overseeing multiple tasks while maintaining quality care. Hardworking and diligent with passion for patient advocacy. Energetic, responsible, and reliable worker.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Prior Authorization Specialist

Onco 360
05.2025 - Current
  • Processed prior authorization requests, ensuring compliance with insurance guidelines and protocols.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to gather necessary documentation for approval.
  • Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary clinical information for prior authorization submissions.
  • Responded to inquiries from healthcare providers regarding prior authorization requests.
  • Managed communication between physicians and insurance companies to facilitate smooth workflows.
  • Reached out to insurance carriers to obtain prior authorization updates.
  • Managed the prior authorization process for specialty medications, streamlining access to life-changing therapies for patients in need.
  • Maintained consistent follow-up on status of prior authorization requests.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity of cases.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Expedited urgent requests for prior authorization, ensuring timely access to critical medical treatments.
  • Reduced errors in the prior authorization process by diligently reviewing patient records, insurance details, and medication interactions.

4TH GRADE DUAL LANGUAGE TEACHER

Pasadena ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023

• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to the diverse leaning needs of students, resulting in improved language proficiency and academic success for both English and Spanish-speaking students.

• Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment by fostering open communication and cultural understanding between students of different linguistic backgrounds.

• Conducted regular assessments to monitor and track student progress, providing timely feedback and individualized support to facilitate language acquisition and fluency development in both Spanish and English.

• Observed and evaluated student’s performance, behavior, social development and physical health.

• Enhanced students learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.

• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

REIMBURSEMENT SPECIALIST/ PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR

Primesource Rx Pharmacy
Houston, Tx
08.2016 - 07.2022
  • Managed Patient Care.
  • Assisted with answering calls, and answering any questions or concerns patients had.
  • Helped patients look for patient assistance programs when left with a high copay for their medication.
  • Called clinics and hospitals to provide updates on their patients.
  • Called patients to provide updates on their case.
  • Worked as a team to provide the best care/service for our patients.
  • Established rapport and relationships with patients and external partners to cross-train and support medical staff.
  • Reviewed each step of patient care and made proactive adjustments to avert issues.
  • Reviewed medical charts and served as liaison between patient, doctor and hospital.
  • Acteded as main point of contact for patients, doctors and hospital staff by closely reviewing medication status and maintaining high levels of communication.
  • Processed online and paper appeal submissions requests.
  • Guided office staff on how to effectively complete prior authorization forms and appeals documentation to achieve positive results.
  • Followed up on denied claims to resolve problems and obtain approvals.
  • Reached out to insurance carriers to obtain prior authorization for medications.
  • Input all patient data regarding medications prior authorizations into system accurately.
  • Verified eligibility and compliance with authorization requirements for service providers.
  • Prepared and distributed denial letters, detailing reasons for denial and possible appeal measures.
  • Researched denied claims and contacted insurance companies to resolve these issues.
  • Obtained and logged accurate patient insurance and demographic information for use by other personnel.
  • Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds on application process.

Tutor

Private Tutoring
Houston, TX
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Assisted a young seven-year-old child with schoolwork and struggling assignments.
  • Created innovative activities that can help the child learn while being engaged 2.
  • Assessed students' progress throughout tutoring sessions and adjusted instructional methods and content focus.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
  • Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
  • Integrated technology into sessions to further enhance student learning.

LEAD TEACHER/OUR

LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Houston, Tx
08.2009 - 05.2019
  • Created lesson plans in line with curriculum.
  • Helped with fundraising events.
  • Developed educational plays and skits.
  • Assisted children in completing tasks.
  • Active church and community member.
  • Provided a safe, nurturing and loving environment for my students.
  • Directed retreats and other community events.
  • Created Sunday crafts and activities.
  • Led children in fun and engaging activities.

LEAD TEACHER/PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CLEAR LAKE
Houston, Tx
12.2013 - 08.2016
  • Created weekly lesson plans.
  • Provided daily updates on the children’s health and emotional well- being to their parents.
  • Kept daily and weekly logs, In- depth portfolios and assessments of each child.
  • Took Care of the children’s daily needs.
  • Organized and lead activities assigned to promote physical, mental, and social development.
  • Created hand-on activities that promoted language, math, and science skills.
  • Conducted conferences with parents regarding children's development.
  • Utilized classroom management and other techniques to encourage learning.

Education

BACHELOR’S DEGREE - TEACHING

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE
HOUSTON, TX
2020

ASSOCIATES DEGREE - TEACHING

SAN JACINTO COLLEGE CENTRAL
PASADENA, TX
2017

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PASADENA MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
PASADENA, TX
2011

Skills

    Patient Relations

    Team Leadership

    Patient Care

    Scheduling

    Teamwork

    HIPAA Compliance

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Prior Authorization Specialist

Onco 360
05.2025 - Current

4TH GRADE DUAL LANGUAGE TEACHER

Pasadena ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023

Tutor

Private Tutoring
08.2020 - 12.2020

REIMBURSEMENT SPECIALIST/ PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR

Primesource Rx Pharmacy
08.2016 - 07.2022

LEAD TEACHER/PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CLEAR LAKE
12.2013 - 08.2016

LEAD TEACHER/OUR

LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC CHURCH
08.2009 - 05.2019

ASSOCIATES DEGREE - TEACHING

SAN JACINTO COLLEGE CENTRAL

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PASADENA MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

BACHELOR’S DEGREE - TEACHING

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE