Collaborated with cross functional teams to include customer service, client service, stop loss, and compliance to improve overall organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
Implemented quality assurance measures, monitoring staff performance and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
Managed a team of of professional level claim analysts responsible for the adjudication and payment of medical, dental and vision claims.
Developed training materials to ensure consistent handling of claims across the department.
Managed cost containment reviews and negotiations, ensuring timely follow-up with clients, providers and staff.
Assisted with streamlining communications between account management and clients, expediting claim resolutions times.
Served as senior liaison for client and broker contacts for claims delivery items.
Oversaw audits of claim files ensuring financial and procedural accuracy and adherence to established industry regulations and guidelines.
Claims Specialist
Insurance Program Managers Group
01.2016 - 06.2022
Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely communication and clear explanations of claim outcomes.
Managed the investigation and resolution of complex claim files.
Collaborated with clinical team to facilitate claims reviews for standard of care and medical necessity in accordance with plan guidelines.
Served as lead for review and response to all filed appeals and grievances
Coordinated with medical management in responding to submissions for pre-determinations of benefits.
Provided feedback to management regarding industry trends and changes for the purpose of maintaining compliance.
Analyzed and provided feedback on client specific plan documents to ensure accuracy and uniformity with claims workflows and procedures.
Health Claims Supervisor
Pekin Life Insurance Company
09.2012 - 01.2016
Supervised a team of 10 claim analysts responsible for the administration of fully insured and self-insured health benefits.
Handled complex claim adjustments and was responsible for the release of high dollar claims.
Assisted with staffing of the claims division.
Monitored the distribution, processing, and progress of daily work.
Conducted monthly audits and provided performance metrics to management.
Handled the investigation and resolution of DOI appeals and grievances.
Oversaw claim cost containment initiatives.
Filed monthly reinsurance reports.
Health Claims Specialist
Pekin Life Insurance Company
08.2008 - 09.2012
Education
Master of Science - Dietetics
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Team building and leadership experience
Strong policy interpretation skills
Knowledge of employee benefits and insurance laws and regulations