Stephanie Schlegel-Arnott
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Hardworking Prior Authorization Specialist with successful background working closely with insurance company representatives to gain preapproval for procedures and testing. Detail-oriented performer with over 5 years of managing documentation. Considered team player with exemplary multitasking skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Clearance Specialist
Catholic Health System
06.2021 - Current
- Obtained authorizations for Cardiothoracic and Orthopedic Surgery, as well as medical injectable medication and infusion therapy.
- Assured timely verification of insurance benefits prior to patient procedures or appointments.
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines and regulations for confidential patient data.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Oxygen Coordinator
Buffalo Wheelchair
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
Retail Sales Associate
Target
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Data Entry Clerk
Lincare
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Filed and updated patient information and medical records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The McGuire Group
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Receptionist
SPS Temporaries
04.2017 - 05.2017
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY05.2025
GED - Adult Education
Maryvale High School
Cheektowaga, NY02.2017
Skills
- Customer Service
- Computer Proficiency
- Data Analysis
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Financial Research
- Retro-Authorizations
- Patient Referrals
- Proficiency in Epic
- Medical Terminology
- Claim Research
- ICD-10 Coding Familiarity
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Driver's License
Timeline
Financial Clearance Specialist
Catholic Health System
06.2021 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Target
10.2020 - 01.2021
Oxygen Coordinator
Buffalo Wheelchair
04.2019 - 06.2021
Data Entry Clerk
Lincare
10.2017 - 04.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
The McGuire Group
05.2017 - 11.2017
Receptionist
SPS Temporaries
04.2017 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Accounting
Niagara County Community College
GED - Adult Education
Maryvale High School
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