Seasoned professional with extensive experience in the insurance industry, showcasing a proven track record in customer relations. Adept at navigating complex insurance processes while providing excellent customer service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Insurance Processing Expert (Contractor)
BCforward Staffing
05.2023 - Current
Oversee Intake Site and Report Monitoring, ensuring accuracy
Give invaluable guidance and mentorship to new process experts
Investigate operational workflow issues and system irregularities to enhance overall efficiency
Actively participate in developing and testing process enhancements for new system accounts
Assist in crafting and executing project plans, ensuring effective communication of project status
Provide comprehensive support and triage during the migration of the Life and Disability business to analyze and promptly resolve high-priority inquiries, prioritizing root cause determination
Serve as a knowledgeable intermediary, facilitating communication between internal and external business.
Customer Care Advocate
United Healthcare
10.2022 - 05.2023
Efficiently resolved customer service inquiries and concerns during initial calls, covering benefits, claims, eligibility, financial spending accounts, and correspondence
Facilitated communication with care providers, including doctor's offices, to assist customers in appointment scheduling and connecting them with internal specialists
Guided customers using myuhc.com and other UnitedHealth Group websites
Assisted and educated customers on consumer-driven healthcare topics, enabling them to make informed decisions, optimize benefit plans, and select high-quality healthcare providers.
Customer Service Assistant 2 (Contractor)
State of Ohio, Office of Unemployment
08.2019 - 01.2022
Provided phone support to claimants and employers of Ohio Unemployment Insurance during Covid
Acted as a subject matter expert, managing the OUIO question board and aiding colleagues
Observed and reviewed phone calls to identify coaching opportunities for new hires and peers
Adjudicated Claims.
Complaint Analyst 1 (Contractor)
State of Ohio, Department of Insurance
09.2019 - 12.2019
Assisted and provided information to consumers regarding insurance inquiries related to Medicare options, including Part D
Formulated Medicare Advantage and Part D comparison reports using Medicare's Plan Finder tool
Responded to questions regarding the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program and Medicare Advantage
Enrolled callers in Medicare and filed out LIS application.
Logistics Coordinator
Savages Services
09.2019 - 12.2019
Managed the transportation of goods for a third party, coordinating deliveries by rail car and tractor-trailer to end customers
Oversaw customer inventory and collaborated with suppliers to negotiate terms
Handled time-sensitive orders and processed modifications efficiently.
Sr. Appeals Rep
United Healthcare
01.2018 - 08.2019
Verified member eligibility, Medicare plan options, and low-income subsidies while managing Medicare grievance cases with professionalism and compassion
Ensured resolution of claims within the thirty-day timeframe specified by Medicare
Initiated outbound communication with members or providers to verify critical data and clarify information.
Customer Service Supervisor
Alliance Data
11.1999 - 03.2012
Coordinated and supervised all customer service representatives' daily, weekly, and monthly activities
Ensured reliable quality service to all customers
Served as the escalation point for Team Leads and SMEs on procedural and technical issues
Provided feedback to the team and monitored performance against established business objectives
Ensured adherence to standard policies and procedures.