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Peter Heddles
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Peter Heddles

Elkmont,AL

Summary

Innovative professional experienced in business process reengineering and data analytics. Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and optimize performance metrics. Developed impactful reports and streamlined processes to drive operational success.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Claims Escalation Specialist

FastPaced Health
Franklin, TN
04.2025 - 01.2026

• Collaborated with management and peers to identify trends for root cause analysis and resolution.
• Worked with team to implement policies ensuring timely resolution of outstanding accounts.
• Developed new processes with management to enhance operational efficiency.

Senior Business Process Analysts

Optum Insight
Franklin, TN
11.2023 - 01.2025
  • • Developed comprehensive reporting levels that improved visibility into operational KPIs for better decision-making.
    • Reviewed productivity and quality trends, identifying variances and implementing risk mitigation solutions.
    • Created database scripts and Excel tools that streamlined quality task management execution, enhancing workflow efficiency.
    • Generated analyses that optimized turnaround times for identifying coaching process gaps and integrating feedback from reports.
    • Established standard operating procedures and job aids to control technical processes within the organization.

Supervisor, Medical and Clinical Operations

Optum Insight
Franklin, TN
07.2013 - 11.2023

• Managed projects for HCC Medicaid, ACA, RACCR, and commercial initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Designed reports with SQL, Excel, Access, and Tableau to track inventory and production trends.
• Trained and mentored new supervisors in reporting and key responsibilities.
• Streamlined team workflow, minimizing disruptions for stakeholders and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Developed database scripts and business tools in Excel for inventory management and deadline tracking.
• Identified gaps in coding processes by analyzing operational financial and QA reports.
• Authored training manuals and job aids for supervisor support.
• Developed standard operating procedures to improve technical process control and ensure consistency across operations.

Operations Manager – United Health Care Call Center

West Corporation
Huntsville, AL
10.2005 - 07.2013

• Managed a team of 200 in inbound call center for healthcare insurance claims.
• Monitored quality goals, resolving customer inquiries, complaints, and provider surveys.
• Trained customer service agents on corporate protocols and interpersonal skills.
• Designed monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for departmental key performance indicators.
• Departmental reports presented to senior staff and clients, highlighting performance outcomes.
• Collaborated with management and IT to implement innovative software solutions for new clients.
• Oversaw departmental budget, including headcount forecasting, payroll, and overtime allocation.

Insurance Support Representative - Consultant

Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville, AL
03.2005 - 08.2005

• Reduced AR dates from 190 to 42 days within five months, enhancing cash flow efficiency.
• Streamlined processes for new code tracking and billing software rollout, improving user adoption.
• Reduced data entry errors, leading to less rework and fewer medical claim refilings.
• Enhanced accounts receivable management, directly contributing to overall revenue growth.

Customer Service Supervisor

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
Omaha, NE
02.1996 - 06.2005

• Led cross-functional teams to enhance customer service efficiency and streamline processes.
• Identified, investigated, and resolved inquiries regarding benefit claims and approvals.
• Trained employees in contract language and conflict resolution strategies.
• Oversaw compliance team to ensure adherence to state grievance laws and timely responses.
• Analyzed error types to minimize administrative errors affecting financial liability.
• Oversaw departmental budget with emphasis on headcount forecasting and overtime management.

Education

A.A. - Education

Iowa Western Univeristy
Council Bluffs, IA
01.1996

Skills

Customer escalation handling

Requirements gathering

Data analytics

Gap analysis

Business analysis

Process mapping

Process reengineering

Operations management

Compliance monitoring

Service level agreements

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Efficiency enhancement

Continuous improvement practices

Enterprise resource planning

Business case development

User acceptance testing

Program management

Data evaluation techniques

Call center operations experience

Stakeholder collaboration

Key performance indicators

Attention to detail

Critical thinking skills

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration skills

Call center operations experience

Data evaluation techniques

References

Available upon request.

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Salary Range

$60000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Claims Escalation Specialist

FastPaced Health
04.2025 - 01.2026

Senior Business Process Analysts

Optum Insight
11.2023 - 01.2025

Supervisor, Medical and Clinical Operations

Optum Insight
07.2013 - 11.2023

Operations Manager – United Health Care Call Center

West Corporation
10.2005 - 07.2013

Insurance Support Representative - Consultant

Huntsville Hospital
03.2005 - 08.2005

Customer Service Supervisor

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
02.1996 - 06.2005

A.A. - Education

Iowa Western Univeristy
Peter Heddles