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Insurance Claims Specialist

Jalissa Mendez

Triwest Healthcare
Joint Base Lewis McChord,WA
7
years of professional experience

Customer Service and Insurance Claims Specialist experienced in managing patient care, medical records, scheduling, and insurance claims. Achieved operational efficiencies and improved satisfaction through effective communication and strong skills in customer support and claims management. Organized and adaptable, managed high caseloads in fast-paced environments while demonstrating excellent planning and problem-solving abilities.

Work History

Insurance Claims Specialist

6 Months
Triwest Healthcare | 12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Claim review and analysis: conduct retrospective reviews of medical and behavioral health claims for both inpatient and outpatient services
  • .Use knowledge of clinical, coding, and processing guidelines to evaluate the appropriateness of care and determine if it aligns with program benefits.Information verification
  • Evaluated claims for completeness and accuracy. Communicated with healthcare providers to gather further details on unclear claims.
  • Determined correct benefit amounts and initiated payment processes or denials for claims, ensuring timely resolution.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy while identifying potential fraud or quality issues, ensuring compliance with established processing guidelines.
  • Managed claims processing tasks remotely, maintaining efficiency and accuracy in claim evaluations.

Verifying Official

8 Months
SRI International/Deers Office | Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA | 04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Identity Confirmation: Verify individuals' identities using official ID or other accepted documentation.
  • Document Review: Examine documents (passports, birth certs, etc.) for authenticity and adherence to standards (like REAL ID).
  • Eligibility Checks: Determine if someone qualifies for services, benefits, or access (e.g., military benefits, post exchange).
  • Managed accurate databases (like DEERS/RAPIDS) and generated reports to support identity verification processes.
  • Record Management: Maintain accurate databases (like DEERS/RAPIDS) and create reports.
  • Identified discrepancies and unauthorized access attempts to enhance fraud prevention measures.
  • Managed military identification processes, including issuing ID cards and verifying eligibility.: Issuing ID cards (CAC), managing DEERS/RAPIDS, verifying eligibility for service members, families, and retirees.
  • Background Screening: Validating employment history, education, and criminal records for new hire

Substitute Teacher

8 Months
Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Center for Instructional Leadership, Americas Region | Camp Humphrey | 05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Effectively followed lesson plans, provided by absent teachers, ensuring continuity in student learning and minimizing disruptions in the classroom.
  • Guided students with assignments and projects, enhancing their academic understanding and performance.
  • Supported front office operations by tracking student attendance.
  • Filling records, organizing school record for enrollment and did enrollment
  • Assisted front office with attendance management, supporting accurate student tracking.
  • Streamlined front office operations, enhancing efficiency in attendance tracking and record management.
  • Ensured accurate and timely updating of school records, contributing to smoother enrollment processes.
  • Provided personalized student support, aiding in academic challenges and promoting success.

Insurance Specialist

4 Months
Alorica, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Fort Riley North, KS | 08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Guided customers through asset re-registration process following beneficiary death, ensuring clarity and support during a difficult time.
  • Processed and resolved estate cases, managing queue of insurance plans and policies efficiently.
  • Provided empathetic guidance to customers navigating asset re-registration.
  • Delivered empathetic support to customers during asset re-registration, facilitating a smoother transition.
  • Opening, processing, and resolving estate cases that are part of your case work and queue insurance plans, and policies.

Receptionist

5 Months
Family Eye Care | Linden, NJ | 10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Verified insurance information to ensure patient eligibility and coverage, Signing patients in and out, Verifying appointments, Updated ICD 10 codes to maintain accurate patient records and facilitate billing,Maintained orderly filing system for efficient document retrieval, Prepared referral documents for patient consultations with specialists
  • Greeted patients at Family Eye Care front desk with friendly, professional service.
  • Scheduled eye exams and follow-up visits using office calendar systems.
  • Answered phones and routed patient questions to appropriate staff members.

Receptionist

5 Months
Magi pediatrics | Newark, NJ | 04.2018 - 09.2018
  • Verified insurance information to ensure patient eligibility and coverage, Signing patients in and out, Verifying appointments, Changed ICD 10 code for accurate billing.,Maintained orderly filing system to ensure efficient document access., Prepared and submitted referrals to facilitate patient access to specialist care, Translated patient information for doctor during consultations.
  • Greeted patients and managed front desk check-in at Family Eye Care.
  • Answered calls and scheduled eye exams using appointment software.
  • Verified patient information and updated records in office system.

Education

Some college - Information Technology

Western Governors University | 10.2026 - 11.2026

Remote

High school diploma or GED

Perth Amboy High School | Perth Amboy, NJ

Skills

Claims analysis
Health insurance claim processing
Claims management
Claims processing
Benefits administration
Documentation review
ICD-10
ICD-9
ICD-10-PCS
HCPCS
Medical coding
Medical terminology
Clinical documentation standards
Care documentation
Managing patient records
Medical records
Outpatient processing
Insurance verification
Insurance prior authorization
Dental claims
Appeals
Customer service
Patient service
Client education
Patient interaction
Customer communication
Customer support
Customer inquiry management
Customer support ticket management
Greeting customers
Phone communication
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Data accuracy checks
Problem-solving skills
Technical troubleshooting support
Software troubleshooting
Technical training
Technical Proficiency
Computer literacy
Computer skills
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Productivity software
Spreadsheets
Windows
MacOS
Epic
EMR systems
Systems & applications support
Google Cloud
NCopass
Engen
IP networking
Work breakdown structure
Research
Knowledge management
Administrative experience
Clerical experience
Time management
Record keeping
Filing patient billing claims
Document review
Health information management
Patient care experience
Technical support
Similar with NPI
Software support
Content writing
Organizational skills
Typing
Patient scheduling
Medical administrative support
Medical scheduling
Problem-solving skills
Technical troubleshooting support
Customer communication
Medical administrative support

Personal Information

  • Availability: Willing to relocate: Anywhere
  • Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Languages

Spanish, English, Portuguese - Intermediate, Bilingual

Additional information

  • Availability: Willing to relocate: Anywhere
  • Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Western Governors University

Some college from Information Technology
10.2026 - 11.2026Read More

Insurance Claims Specialist

Triwest Healthcare
12.2024 - 06.2025Read More

Verifying Official

SRI International/Deers Office
04.2024 - 12.2024Read More

Substitute Teacher

Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Center for Instructional Leadership, Americas Region
05.2023 - 01.2024Read More

Insurance Specialist

Alorica, Blue Cross Blue Shield
08.2021 - 12.2021Read More

Receptionist

Family Eye Care
10.2018 - 03.2019Read More

Receptionist

Magi pediatrics
04.2018 - 09.2018Read More

Perth Amboy High School

High school diploma or GED
06.2014Read More
Jalissa Mendez