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Krystal Leonard

Snellville,GA

Summary

Skilled in navigating complex insurance claims and providing thorough investigations to ensure fair settlements. Have experience coordinating with legal teams, policyholders, and insurance companies to manage claims efficiently. Known for strong analytical skills, ability to interpret policy details accurately, and effective communication that results in resolved disputes. Made significant impacts by streamlining claims processing procedures, enhancing customer satisfaction through timely resolutions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Claims Examiner

State Farm Insurance
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2021 - Current
  • Validated that all necessary documentation was included with each claim submission.
  • Gathered and documented evidence to support court proceedings.
  • Verified insurance coverage and eligibility of patients for services rendered.
  • Checked into questionable claims, interviewing agents and claimants to resolve errors and omissions.
  • Researched medical records to identify additional information needed for processing claims.
  • Reviewed policies to determine appropriate levels of coverage and assist with approval or denial decisions.
  • Sent clinical request and missing information letters to obtain incomplete information.
  • Input claim information and payments into company database.
  • Reviewed claims for accuracy before submitting for billing.
  • Conduct a high volume of outbound calls, and send out or respond to electronic, written, and verbal inquiries to and from attorneys and insurance companies.
  • Negotiation experience, specifically in the capacity of persuading and influencing others, and the ability to negotiate fair settlements consistent with the prevailing subrogation law.
  • Drafted statement of loss to summarize damages, payments and underlying policy coverage.
  • Reviewed police reports, medical treatment records, medical bills and physical property damage to determine extent of liability.
  • Interacted with providers regarding claim status or other related issues as required.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of patient information.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to insurance.

Education

MBA - Business

University of Phoenix
Atlanta, GA
01-2021

Skills

  • Medical coding expertise
  • Documentation review
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Medical terminology
  • Insurance policies
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Medical Terminology Familiarity
  • Electronic health records (EHR)
  • Insurance claims management
  • Healthcare billing

Timeline

Medical Claims Examiner

State Farm Insurance
08.2021 - Current

MBA - Business

University of Phoenix
Krystal Leonard