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Education
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Certification
Accomplishments
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SAIRA KARIM

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage a diverse background and skill set, including an MBA and MD degree with ECFMG certification, coupled with extensive experience in hospital settings. Proficient in medical terminology, clinical documentation, and interpretation, I aim to apply these skills in project management. My ideal position involves a blend of financial analysis, Medicare/Medicaid customer communication, and technical expertise. As a goal-oriented individual, I bring a strong understanding of client needs, urgency, and effective task prioritization to the table.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Analyst

Anthem
06.2021 - 12.2023
  • Conducting financial analysis utilizing Excel, including 'What If' analysis and VLOOKUP, and advanced statistical software like SSRS and Tableau reporting
  • Managing Financial concepts, payment processing, account balancing, delinquent account management, and client education on administrative fees
  • Coordinating with sales and underwriting teams for rate setups and ensured accuracy in Financial products and associated processes.
  • Managing Approximately 20-25 calls or emails per day by clients to resolve the issues

Grievance Analyst

Anthem
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Able to review, analyze and process grievance requests by member related to Part C and D in timely manner
  • Proficient working with Facets to find out claims/ denials and providers network status search to resolve grievance issues
  • Confident using HIPAA tools like CIRS to maintain HIPAA confidentiality.

Member Service Representative II

Anthem
12.2018 - 01.2021
  • Demonstrating customer service skills, such as using strong listening skills, memory retention abilities, and being able to relay information accurately, completely, and sufficiently with excellent communication skills
  • Help problem solving with colleagues, in claim handling or premium payments issues to efficiently supply to customer's needs
  • Simplifying plan benefits to new members to understand copayments and coinsurance
  • Exhibiting good skills in provider relations during t authorization process before inpatient service.
  • Always staying on top 1st position for customer surveys and scored 95% on FCR First Call Resolution

Medical Interpreter

Cincinnati Children's Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2018
  • Delivering real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients
  • Bridging communication barrier bet patients and medical staff and simplifying complex medical terminologies
  • Assisting management team to follow compliance for best outcome for patients
  • Reducing patient hospital stay from 12 days to average 6-7 days during job with CCH.

Education

MBA - Health Care Business Administration

University of Cincinnati, Lindner College of Business
Cincinnati, OH
08.2018

Doctor of Medicine (MD) -

ECFMG
Education Commission For Foreign Medical Graduate
10.2012

Skills

  • Ability to using Regression Tools with What-If analysis
  • Ability to effectively comprehend graphic interpretation of data
  • Analytics: IBM Watson
  • Palisade Risk 75
  • Global DNA: Capstone, Business Development Simulation
  • Citrix, Facets, Maces
  • Appeal Processing: Next Gen
  • Payment & Invoice tools: Trans centra
  • E portal
  • SSRS
  • Tableau

Certification

University of Cincinnati Healthcare Administration, 08/01/19

Accomplishments

    MBA - CAPSTONE

    Applying all accounting and finance concepts to achieve maximum market share from forecasting sales, marketing strategies and inventory management. Attained maximum Profit margin by managing accounts receivable, in a timely manner that lowered the cost by 13 % and contributed to the total revenues. Understanding ledgers, Accounts payable, Balance sheet and financial statements for the company. I received the highest Return on assets among other competitors. My finance courses on Market capitalization and investments helped to eliminate long term loans to build more cash on hands

Affiliations

  • UC Organizations: Women in Tech Initiative
  • University of Cincinnati's Graduate Student Association

Courses Completed

  • Managerial Accounting
  • Finance for Managers
  • Health Care Economics
  • Data Analytics
  • Decision Modeling
  • IT management
  • Leadership and MGMT
  • Health Information Technology
  • Operation Management
  • Six Sigma Lean Operations MBA - Capstone Project
  • Global DNA Simulation Capstone

References

  • Sierra Ciers, Financial Operations Lead, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, 513 400 1378, Ciers123@yahoo.com
  • Caroline McLaurin, Financial analyst, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, 513 400 1378, mclaurinca@gmail.com
  • Melissa Pieper, Manager Customer Service, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, 920 602 1793, melissa.pieper@anthem.com

Timeline

Financial Analyst

Anthem
06.2021 - 12.2023

Grievance Analyst

Anthem
02.2021 - 05.2021

Member Service Representative II

Anthem
12.2018 - 01.2021

Medical Interpreter

Cincinnati Children's Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2018

MBA - Health Care Business Administration

University of Cincinnati, Lindner College of Business

Doctor of Medicine (MD) -

ECFMG
SAIRA KARIM