Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Self motivated Individual offering a concrete background in Healthcare Administration. Great leadership abilities and dynamic team performer. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Provider Credentialing Specialist
Strategic Staffing Solutions - BCBS Of Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2022 - Current
Conducted primary source verifications such as background checks and board certifications.
Received and evaluated applications to look for missing and inaccurate information.
Enrolled providers and Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance plans.
Obtained NPI numbers for providers and facilities and updated existing profiles.
Compile appropriate information to make requested credentialing, contractual, and demographic updates and changes related to provider
Compile data into systems of record in an accurate, complete and timely manner.
Manage and sustain positive provider relationships.
Setup providers and networks in systems of record, assign provider numbers and communicate with provider community.
Facilitate accurate financial claims payment and provider directory processes. Represent BCBSLA to external provider communities and internal stakeholder groups.
Credentialing Analyst
Insight Global, LLC - BCBS Of Alabama
Birmingham, AL
06.2021 - 12.2021
Conducted primary source verifications such as background checks and board certifications
Obtained NPI numbers for providers and facilities and updated existing profiles
Enrolled providers and Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance plans
Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior
Responsible for maintaining and adding current and accurate data for all providers
Completes provider licensing applications and state renewal applications as needed
Completes providers credentialing and re-credentialing applications and monitors and follows up as needed and documents progress on daily basis.
Received and evaluated applications to look for missing and inaccurate information
Provider Relations Advocate
UnitedHealth Group
Birmingham, AL
01.2020 - 02.2021
Fostered strong, positive relationships with key providers by coordinating, facilitating and leading partnership meetings and identifying on-site enrollment opportunities
Managed provider relations mailbox by triaging inquiries, facilitating resolution of incoming requests and forwarding requests to appropriate parties
Assisted with physician recruitment by identifying specific providers within designated territories, negotiating rates for new physicians and distributing provider agreements, successfully recruiting 50 new physicians per year
Identified network gaps and collaborated with senior manager to fill deficiencies
Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
Helped implement training and development of external providers through education programs
Initiated physician and hospital orientations to support ongoing education of health care provider community
Fostered strong, positive relationships with key providers by coordinating, facilitating and leading partnership meetings and identifying on-site enrollment opportunities
Network Development Coordinator
SPNet Clinical Solutions/ SPNet Medical, Inc
Birmingham, AL
10.2016 - 01.2020
Partnered with business teams and IT personnel to align project goals with business strategy and define project milestones
Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities and processes for business team and data management organization
Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 10 employees each year
Negotiate single case agreements and rates with providers as directed by management
Provide assistance to Director of Contracting to work to establish long term contracts with network facilities for new providers that are obtained by the company
Response to providers inquiries and or complaints to ensure open communication and prompt resolution of provider issues
Research potential network participants to assist with development of state, regional, and national networks as directed
Maintain internal and provider data integrity including provider databases
Assist with provider education to ensure smooth transition into the network.
Contracts Coordinator
Magnolia Health
Jackson, MS
07.2013 - 08.2016
Monitored all incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information
Coordinated and attended meetings as company's main contact to review contractual obligations
Interface with credentialing staff to ensure data and systems are in sync
Provide support to contract negotiators to ensure successful completion of the contracting process
Managing existing contracts while seeking additional entities to expand company profits
Organize and maintain provider databases for contractors
Maintain spreadsheets and databases; collect, tract, prepare, and compile data for daily reports
Creates contracts and manages the contracting process unitizing the Emptoris Contract Management System to ensure that the new business contract deadlines are met
Review final contracts before they are sent out to each provider that joins within the network
Obtained documents, clearances, certificates, and approvals from local state, and federal agencies
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Management Analyst
NaphCare, Inc
Birmingham, AL
01.2011 - 03.2013
Verified submitted documents for completeness and compliance with company policies, addressing discrepancies and collaborating to troubleshoot where necessary
Worked with internal and external parties to maximize value of assigned contracts in company portfolio
Worked collaboratively with administrative staff in negotiation, correspondence, documentation and compliance checks for service contracts
Developed and followed processes to manage contracts and remain in compliance with company commitments and regulatory obligations
Developed comprehensive medical service contracts with hospital, surgery centers, long-term care facilities, physicians, ect
For inpatient, outpatient, and onsite services for Federal Correctional Facilities
Negotiate competitive reimbursement Medicare/Medicaid rates with hospitals and specialists to meet cost containment needs
Process claims at negotiated rates to fulfill cost containment needs, for the Federal Prisons we maintain
Maintain positive, professional relationships with current participating providers
Gathered, documented and modeled data to assess business trends.
Front Office Manager
Lemak Sports Medicine
Birmingham, AL
10.2007 - 07.2010
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel
Held oversight of office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving
Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse
Prepared reports to assist business leaders with key decision making and strategic operational planning
Responsible to oversee the front office staff at all times within the clinic
Supervised, trained, and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities
Communicated corporate objectives across divisions through regular correspondence and scheduled status updates
Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence and physicians schedules
Organized details of special events, travel arrangements, and agendas
Supported management and staff and assisted with major projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
08.2022 - 12.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science
Bevill State Community College
Sumiton, AL
08.1997 - 05.1999
Skills
Excellent Communicationundefined
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Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
Provider Credentialing Specialist - REMOTE at Strategic Staffing Solutions, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of LouisianaProvider Credentialing Specialist - REMOTE at Strategic Staffing Solutions, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana