Stephanie Seehawer
Kuna,ID
Summary
Organized professional knowledgeable in regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Confident Prior Authorization Specialist with a background spent working in medical offices, communicating effectively orally and through writing and developing prior authorization workflows. 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 3 years of managing documentation. Considered team player with exemplary multitasking skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Prior Authorization Specialist
SALTZER HEALTH
10.2022 - Current
- Submitting and obtaining surgery authorizations via payor portals, fax, and phone
- Collecting all necessary documentations to obtain prior authorization
- Utilizing knowledge in medical terminology, CPT, insurance verification, and electronic health records
- Streamlined prior authorization processes by implementing efficient tracking systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate processing of prior authorizations for procedures.
REFERRALS COORDINATOR
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Reviewed incoming referrals and submitted authorizations as needed
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with timely coordination of referrals and appointments.
- Managed time efficiently and solved problems to streamline referral workflows.
- Reduced wait times for specialist appointments by proactively identifying available slots and coordinating schedules.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in referral documentation, ensuring smooth transitions between healthcare providers.
LEAD TEACHER
LIL SPROUTS
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
Education
HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, IDSkills
- Knowledgeable in Cerner, eClinicalWorks, Epic
- 3 years of prior authorization experience
- 1 year working in pain management
- 4 years working in orthopedics
- 2 years working in otolaryngology
- CPT and ICD-10 coding
- Communication and collaborating with team members, physicians, and patients
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
- Computer skills
- Provider Relations
Timeline
Prior Authorization Specialist
SALTZER HEALTH
10.2022 - Current
REFERRALS COORDINATOR
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
12.2020 - 08.2022
LEAD TEACHER
LIL SPROUTS
01.2018 - 12.2020
HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
College of Western Idaho
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