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Lynn Wilkins

PLANO,TX

Summary

Medical Authorization Specialist and NCT Radiology Technologist with 20 years experience in the medical field. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Detail-oriented and focused on accuracy and efficiency. Proven analytical, organization and problem solving skills. Ability to learn quickly.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Authorization Specialist/NCT Radiology Tech

Legent Outpatient Imaging
03.2022 - 03.2024
  • Obtain authorizations from health insurance, worker's comp, amongst other payors for MRI, CT and NUC MED.
  • Contributed to revenue growth by identifying opportunities for additional services requiring authorization within organization.
  • Demonstrated adaptability with changing insurance requirements, maintaining up-to-date knowledge through continuous education efforts.
  • Developed strong relationships with insurance representatives to expedite approvals and resolve issues promptly.
  • Prevented delays in care delivery by proactively identifying potential issues during pre-authorization process and seeking clarification from providers when needed.
  • Daily interaction with other departments to assist patients and providers with problems or questions and act as facilitator to resolve questions or concerns.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by streamlining authorization processes and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Maintained compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding sensitive patient information during authorization process.
  • Performed radiology imaging from ordering physicians

Authorization Specialist/ NCT Rad Tech

HCA Healthcare Inc / Medical City Hip & Knee
09.2017 - 09.2021
  • Assisted providers initiating and completing prior authorizations for patient medications.
  • Provided customer service to members, providers and pharmacist with authorizations status, reconsiderations, appeal process, and medication overrides
  • Contributed to revenue growth by identifying opportunities for additional services requiring authorization within organization.
  • Optimized workflow processes through effective communication between departments regarding authorization needs and statuses.
  • Contributed to team goals by consistently meeting or exceeding individual productivity targets for processing authorization requests.
  • Collaborated with management to evaluate credit strategies and develop improvements.
  • Developed strong relationships with insurance representatives to expedite approvals and resolve issues promptly.

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NCT Radiologic Technologist /Insurance Authorization Specialist

THPG/NTOS
03.2015 - 09.2017
  • Elevate overall image of radiology department by adhering to all professional standards and ethics while interacting with patients, families, and staff members.
  • Contributed to safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Cultivated positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
  • Increased department efficiency by managing inventories of supplies such as contrast agents, films, cassettes and ensuring their availability when needed.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
  • Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
  • Obtained insurance authorizations for surgery cases

Independent Insurance Agent

AFLAC
02.2011 - 06.2014
  • Aflac Triple Crown Sales Award 2011 : Benchmark for Superior New Agent Achievement.
  • Utilized data-driven insights to inform decision-making processes regarding target markets and growth strategies.
  • Organized regular client outreach initiatives such as seminars and workshops to educate potential customers on insurance products and services offered.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with other industry professionals, such as financial advisors and real estate agents, to provide well-rounded approach to client service.
  • Collaborated with underwriters to negotiate favorable terms for clients, resulting in increased policy retention rates.
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.

Skills

  • Excellent communication, Customer Service Skills and Active Listening
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Project
  • Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Office, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Excel
  • Account Management and Account Reconciliation
  • Analytical Skills and Analytical Thinking
  • Time Management, Attention to Detail, Organizational skills and Problem-solving Abilities
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Prior authorization processing , Insurance Verification
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Knowledge of ICD10 codes/CPT codes and Medical terminology knowledge
  • Decision-Making
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Dependable and Responsible

Timeline

Authorization Specialist/NCT Radiology Tech

Legent Outpatient Imaging
03.2022 - 03.2024

Authorization Specialist/ NCT Rad Tech

HCA Healthcare Inc / Medical City Hip & Knee
09.2017 - 09.2021

NCT Radiologic Technologist /Insurance Authorization Specialist

THPG/NTOS
03.2015 - 09.2017

Independent Insurance Agent

AFLAC
02.2011 - 06.2014
Lynn Wilkins