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Rita Leal

Summary

I am Driven by a passion for improving healthcare systems and leveraging data to make informed decisions, I am eager to bring my analytical skills and experience. With a background in data analysis and a strong understanding of healthcare processes, I am confident in my ability to identify inefficiencies and recommend strategic solutions. An organization's commitment to enhancing patient care and operational efficiency resonates with my professional values, is ideal fit for my career aspirations in the healthcare industry.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Internal Provider Rep

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Richardson, TX
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed relationships with providers in order to coordinate care plans for patients who need additional support services.
  • Assisting both new and existing providers in understanding program policies and assistance with claims filing.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding health care services.
  • Performed data entry tasks accurately and efficiently to maintain up to date patient information.
  • Worked collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals on cases requiring multiple disciplines.
  • Trained new employees on provider office processes and procedures.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve patient/provider issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Assisted in the development of new policies, procedures, and protocols related to health care services.
  • Organized meetings between providers and patients to discuss treatment options.
  • Provided guidance on billing/CPT codes when necessary for accurate reimbursement.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Processed payments for services rendered.
  • Processed claims electronically or manually as needed.

Provider Services Representative

United Healthcare
Remote, TX
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Provided customer service to providers regarding insurance coverage and billing inquiries.
  • Resolved customer complaints and escalated more complex issues to senior staff members.
  • Processed claims and coordinated with providers, payers, and other third parties as necessary.
  • Performed data entry tasks including entering patient information into electronic medical records systems.
  • Answered incoming calls from clients and routed them to appropriate personnel for further assistance.
  • Ensured all provider contracts were properly executed before initiating services or payment arrangements.
  • Assisted customers in navigating the online portal for self-service requests.

• processes medical claims by verifying and updating information about submitted claims and reviewing the work processes required to determine reimbursement.

• Answer incoming calls from Providers that have inquiries about eligibility and benefits, claims or authorizations on members accounts.

Customer Service Representative

Empire Today
Grand Prairie , TX
06.2017 - 01.2020
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, updating databases and generating reports.
  • Demonstrated the use of advanced formulas and functions within Excel, such as VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, COUNTIFS.

Key Holder Supervisor

Buckle
Cedar Hill , TX
02.2013 - 2017
  • Recruited, interviewed and trained new key holders.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
  • Maintained a safe and secure environment within the store.
  • Tracked sales data to ensure accurate inventory levels.
  • Monitored store performance and identified areas for improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Grand Prairie High School
Grand Prairie, TX
05-2012

Skills

  • Compliance Management
  • Provider Relations
  • Insurance Verification
  • Policy Interpretation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Claims Processing
  • Salesforce CRM
  • Microsoft Office
  • Analytical Skills
  • Software Development

Timeline

Internal Provider Rep

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
01.2023 - Current

Provider Services Representative

United Healthcare
01.2020 - 01.2023

Customer Service Representative

Empire Today
06.2017 - 01.2020

Key Holder Supervisor

Buckle
02.2013 - 2017

High School Diploma -

South Grand Prairie High School
Rita Leal