Experienced Health Insurance Specialist with a track record of efficiently managing large caseloads in fast-paced environments. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills, strong drive, and adaptability. Proficient in planning and resolving complex problems. Possessing 5 years of valuable experience, always prepared to tackle any challenge.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Insurance Analyst
AbbVie/All Care Plus Pharmacy
01.2024 - Current
Responsible for performing the pre-test verification of insurance eligibility and pharmacy benefits to quantify insurance and patient liability portions for approximately 6-10 patients a day.
Successfully obtain referrals or pre-authorizations by contacting insurances and various 3rd party administrators as required to support medical necessity and clinical policy guidelines
Ensure patient demographic and insurance information are entered into Salesforce accurately
Coordinate the effective resolution of Pharmacy Benefits administration problems with the appropriate Sales/Marketing, Member Service, and Complaints, Appeals, and Grievances Representative
Provides subject matter expertise on Medicare, Health Insurance Exchange, and DoD regulations and guidelines applicable to pharmacy processes.
Viewed reports regularly to make sure processing was conducted efficiently.
Insurance Verification Specialist
SCA Health
08.2021 - 09.2023
Responsible for performing the pre-test verification of insurance eligibility and benefits for all scheduled patients to quantify insurance and patient liability portions
Resolve claim denials as needed
Successfully obtain referrals or pre-authorizations by contacting insurances and various 3rd party administrators as required to support medical necessity and clinical policy guidelines
Processed upfront patient payments prior to the date of service
Analyze workers' compensation claims by investigating to confirm coverage and compensability per state.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations while managing sensitive patient information during the verification process.
Admissions Coordinator and Patient Advocate
Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Hospital
12.2016 - 06.2021
Scheduled new and established patient appointments, surgeries, and therapeutic services
Performed approximately 20-50 patient registrations, insurance validation and consents upon intake per day.
Estimated charges for scheduled services and collected necessary deposits and upfront patient portions to support third party and self-pay billing
Facilitated approximately 50-100 inbound calls to respectful departments within the hospital, physician group office and the central business office additionally
Successfully cultivated patient relationships through proactive communications regarding surgical status (pre & post operatively).
Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy.
Provided exceptional customer service during phone and email interactions with patients and their families, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
Planned, designed, and implemented changes for a large project; to ensure updates and all communications possible could be received by patient families.