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Tamyka Elliott

South Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in efficiently managing metrics, service complaints, escalations, and survey responses within medical and specialty pharmacy industries. Adept at conducting root cause analyses to identify issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in supporting operational business partners through clear communication, facilitating meetings to present errors, and fostering collaborative problem-solving. Knack for addressing challenges, implementing solutions, and optimizing processes to enhance overall efficiency and performance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Credentialing Specialist

Allina Health
Minneapolis, MN
01.2020 - Current
  • Process initial credentialing, re-credentialing, demographic updates, and suspension notification for physicians & practitioners. Verifies electronic files are completed timely, accurate, and in compliance with regulations and requirements.
  • Verify potential and existing provider's licensure, NPI, insurance, DEA certificate, education, hospital privileges, and board certification.
  • Gathered and analyzed patient feedback and experience regarding provider's quality and metrics.

Revenue Cycle Specialist

  • Served as a valuable resource to patients providing them with pertinent information regarding their coverage.
  • Utilized various databases and payer sites to verify insurance coverage, benefits, and informed about price estimates.
  • Researched and corrected invalid patient demographic information such as incorrect name spelling, date of birth or insurance policy number to ensure proper billing and clean claim initiatives.
  • Reviewed accounts with outstanding balances and communicated out-of-pocket obligations. Also, explained EOB and copayment details.

Customer Service Representative

Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Eagan, MN
08.2017 - 11.2019
  • Provided information and guidance regarding health insurance eligibility and benefit coverage.
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Fielded customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking them for problem resolution.
  • Upheld strict quality control policies and procedures during customer interactions.
  • Coordinated and scheduled medical transportation to members, collaborating with third party agents.

Health Plan Specialist

Medica Health Plan
Minnetonka, MN
04.2016 - 04.2017
  • Fielded inbound calls from customers inquiring about alternative insurance options to generate sales opportunities.
  • Managing inquiries from active, terminated, and prospective members problems. Resolving issues concerning enrollment, billing, claims, and pharmacy.
  • Receive multiple awards of exceptional service satisfaction
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns. Also, assisted navigating insurance coverage via company website.

Credentialing Specialist

UCare Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
03.2015 - 03.2016
  • Gathered copies of pertinent documents such as education certificates; State licensure; DEA#; immunization records; previous employers; malpractice entities.
  • Performed primary source verifications such as criminal histories, licenses and board certifications. Also, checked applications for missing information and organized all paperwork.
  • Addressed credentialing requests, overseeing compliance with governmental and organizational guidelines regarding tiered data access.
  • Maintained (CAQH) Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare informational resources, tracking and documenting requests for updates, certification and credentialing.
  • Processed documents and status-change requests, conducting followup assessment regarding enrollment inquiries.
  • Reduced process lags by quickly processing personnel actions, awards, flags, legal incidents, sponsorship, evaluations, morale and welfare documentation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Urban League Street Academy
Minneapolis, MN
06.2002

Administrator -

Project For Pride in Living
Minneapolis, MN
10.2006

Skills

  • 10 years of customer service and call center excellence
  • 8 years of experience in medical & pharmacy insurance billing and PBM processes
  • 2 years of credentialing experience in hospital systems
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Escalation Handling
  • Database Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Communication Techniques
  • Monitoring trends and reporting
  • Operational Support
  • Meeting Representation
  • Record Keeping
  • Classification
  • Database Recording
  • Meeting Facilitation
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Secure Data Practices
  • Direct credentialing
  • License verifications
  • Background screening
  • Insurance Plan Verification

Timeline

Credentialing Specialist

Allina Health
01.2020 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Blue Cross and Blue Shield
08.2017 - 11.2019

Health Plan Specialist

Medica Health Plan
04.2016 - 04.2017

Credentialing Specialist

UCare Minnesota
03.2015 - 03.2016

High School Diploma -

Urban League Street Academy

Administrator -

Project For Pride in Living
Tamyka Elliott