·Established and reviewed all patient insurance information needed to complete benefit verification process.
· Verifies patient specific benefits and precisely documents specifics for various payer plans including patient coverage, cost share, and access/provider options
· Provided support for pharmacy information management system to retail pharmacy employees.
· Provided specific pharmacy benefits information such copay prior authorizations and claim information for commercial, Medicare and Medicaid members.
Health Coordinator
Blue Cross Blue Shield Of IL, MT, NM, OK & TX
03.2020 - 08.2021
Maintaining client files to keep track of client call back appointments and any changes to policies.
Conducted regular assessments of patient needs and coordinated services accordingly with relevant healthcare professionals.
Reviewed applications for clients and groups to ensure that applicants are eligible for beneifts
Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions across different levels of care.
Managed budgets for health programs, ensuring cost-effective implementation without compromising quality of care.
Benefit Verification Specialist
Lash Group
11.2019 - 01.2020
·Respond to member/provider/agent/broker inquiries via telephone regarding health insurance benefits, eligibility and claims.
Established insurance coverage for patients by contacting insurance providers via phone, online portals, or other means of communication.
Collect and accurately record insurance information, including policy numbers, coverage details, and any relevant authorizations or pre-certifications.
·Research and identify any processing inaccuracies in claim payments and route to appropriate sit operations team for Medicaid and Medicare claims adjustments
Education
Medical Administrative Assistant - Health Administration
Everest College - Chicago
Chicago, IL
07.2013
Skills
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills
Professional phone etiquette
Ability to effectively analyze problems and provide resolution
Knowledge of Microsoft Offices: Word, Excel, Access and Power Point
Experience managing batch data files
Accurate keyboarding proficiency 10 key 60wpm
Timeline
Specialty Benefits Specialist/Pharmacy Help Desk
United Health Group, Optum
11.2021 - Current
Health Coordinator
Blue Cross Blue Shield Of IL, MT, NM, OK & TX
03.2020 - 08.2021
Benefit Verification Specialist
Lash Group
11.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Administrative Assistant - Health Administration
Manager Case Management, Care & Disease Management Ops External Channel at United Health Group/Optum HealthManager Case Management, Care & Disease Management Ops External Channel at United Health Group/Optum Health