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Taya Sharpe

St Louis,MO

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Cigna, specializing in account installation and patient access. Expert in insurance verification and customer service, significantly reducing claim rejections. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking and organizational abilities, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality assurance in healthcare settings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Installation Specialist

Cigna
01.2015 - Current

Interacts with different teams in the coordination/implementation of the new and renewing accounts and interdepartmental partners to effectively communicate benefit plan information.


Works with teams as well as business partners in resolving daily service issues.


Assists and/or performs account installation, annual rate implementation and cancellation for large accounts.


Performs routine maintenance, report preparation and issue resolution with efficient book of business management through timely and proper utilization internal tools.


Provides information to eligibility, customer service and sales support teams.




Patient Access Representative

St. Louis University Hospital
03.2024 - Current
  • Utilized insurance verification tools to confirm patient eligibility and coverage, reducing claim rejections.
  • Operated scheduling software to coordinate patient appointments, optimizing clinic workflow and minimizing wait times.
  • Resolved patient inquiries regarding insurance and billing, providing clear and concise information.
  • Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to privacy regulations and policies.

Education

Associate of Science - Education

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
05-2012

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Insurance verification
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient registration
  • Quality assurance
  • Insurance billing
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Medical terminology
  • Eligibility determination
  • Data entry
  • Health insurance knowledge
  • Insurance authorizations

Timeline

Patient Access Representative

St. Louis University Hospital
03.2024 - Current

Account Installation Specialist

Cigna
01.2015 - Current

Associate of Science - Education

Capella University
Taya Sharpe