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Stephanie Wydick

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Experienced healthcare manager with extensive background in business office administration, clinical documentation, managed care strategy planning, medical billing and interdisciplinary collaboration and risk management. Motivated to learn new skills and technology, take on challenging initiatives, and drive the goals of the organization to achieve positive outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Review Specialist

Fuzion
06.2022 - Current

Assisted in analyzing and summarizing clinical documentation to support SIU and legal teams in risk mitigation and identification of inconsistencies. Provided operational support and consulting for long-term care insurance clients, including claim reviews, appeals, and customer service correspondence with policyholders. Fostered relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Monitored client feedback to pinpoint areas for improvement. Resolved operational issues effectively. Developed strategies to enhance customer service and satisfaction. Demonstrated excellent time management skills while working remotely and maintaining strong relationships.

Director of Rehabilitation

Synchrony Health Services
05.2016 - 06.2022

Directed a diverse team, including Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapists, to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape during the pandemic. Executed profitability analysis and managed budget allocations to optimize financial performance. Evaluated performance data to identify and implement process enhancements. Facilitated cross-departmental planning sessions to enhance collaboration and strategic alignment. Oversaw quality assurance of documentation for billing and insurance audits. Resolved patient care and billing documentation challenges through effective problem-solving strategies. Enhanced productivity by implementing staff coaching and mentoring programs. Spearheaded vendor contract negotiations and management to drive new business opportunities. Executed system troubleshooting and managed technical escalation processes.

Director of Rehabilitation

Concept Rehab
10.2015 - 04.2016

Supported daily operations of a small team of therapists. Assisted in analyzing business data, managing budgets, scheduling, and staffing. Participated in facility and organization meetings to promote effective communication and collaboration for patient care. Motivated staff to achieve company goals and improve patient outcomes.

Assistant Director of Rehab/ Physical Therapist Assistant

Medilodge of Westwood
03.2011 - 10.2015

Scheduled daily operations for therapy team. Supported staff during clinical and stand-up meetings in absence of director. Assisted with staff education and in-service training during 12-week leave of absence for director. Delivered patient care according to physical therapist's plan, including strengthening exercises, gait and transfer training, wheelchair management, and positioning. Utilized various modalities such as electrical stimulation, diathermy, and ultrasound. Provided manual therapy. Participated in patient care conferences. Completed clinical documentation. Educated patients and caregivers.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Senior Nursing Care and Home Health
06.2013 - 04.2014

Assisted patients in their homes by applying organizational and time management skills to deliver physical therapy services. Supported patient safety through balance, gait, and transfer training. Provided pain management techniques using massage, ultrasound, and education on body mechanics and environmental safety.

Department Supervisor

Limited Brands
08.2006 - 07.2010

Assisted with operational tasks such as cash management, store opening and closing, staffing, scheduling, and inventory management. Supported marketing efforts through product displays and store layout planning. Motivated and coached staff to enhance performance and conducted business data analysis. Provided excellent customer service to meet company goals and create positive experiences. Helped mitigate theft and manage risks to minimize losses. Participated in management training program in 2007.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Concentration in Management

Purdue University Global
11.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Baker College of Muskegon
06.2010

Skills

  • LEADERSHIP
  • OPERATIONS MANAGMENT
  • HEALTHCARE FACILITATION
  • ICD10 AND CPT CODING
  • MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
  • MANAGED CARE
  • HOME HEALTH CARE
  • MEDICAL RECORDS/ DOCUMENTATION
  • CLAIM REVIEW
  • LONG TERM CARE
  • INSURANCE
  • RISK MANAGEMENT
  • TIME MANAGEMENT

Certification

  • Physical Therapist Assistant Michigan License
  • CPR/AED
  • Fall Prevention Specialist
  • Dementia Capable Care Provider

Timeline

Clinical Review Specialist

Fuzion
06.2022 - Current

Director of Rehabilitation

Synchrony Health Services
05.2016 - 06.2022

Director of Rehabilitation

Concept Rehab
10.2015 - 04.2016

Physical Therapist Assistant

Senior Nursing Care and Home Health
06.2013 - 04.2014

Assistant Director of Rehab/ Physical Therapist Assistant

Medilodge of Westwood
03.2011 - 10.2015

Department Supervisor

Limited Brands
08.2006 - 07.2010

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Concentration in Management

Purdue University Global

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Baker College of Muskegon