Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to foster trust and support among clients. Expertise in efficient task completion. Advocates positive relationships between employees, employers and third party companies.
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Impeccable communicator possessing ethical decision-making abilities. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Tencode
Frisco, TX
Beneficiary support counselor
03.2021 - 11.2023
Job overview
Ability to provide guidance, support, and counseling to beneficiaries facing various challenges
Resolved employee issues related to benefits, serving as a liaison between employees and insurance providers.
Skill to actively listen to beneficiaries' concerns and provide appropriate responses while demonstrating empathy
Ability to identify problems, analyze situations, and develop effective solutions
Advocating for beneficiaries' rights and needs to ensure they receive appropriate services and support
Experience in managing beneficiary cases
Checked accuracy and completeness of benefits applications and documents.
Reviewed policies to determine appropriate levels of coverage and assist with approval or denial decisions.
Assisted in the completion of applications, forms and other documents related to beneficiary services.
Collaborated with internal and external departments to ensure proper resolution of cases and timely delivery of services.
Maintained a high level of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
Main point of contact for beneficiaries, proving information on policies, procedures, regulations and services.
Understanding and respecting cultural differences to provide inclusive and sensitive support
Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
Clinton, MO
Registration and Administration
12.2017 - 12.2020
Job overview
Conducted periodic reviews of operational expenses against budget allocations.
Reviewed and monitored financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
Monitored accounts receivable, payable activities to ensure timely payments, collections.
Analyzed financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for cost savings.
Communicated with clients to address and resolve billing or payment disputes.
Verified insurance coverage and eligibility for services using computer software.
Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to communicate insurance coverage and authorization details.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of insurance policies, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Coordinated with the billing department to ensure correct insurance information is applied to claims.
Instructed clients on amounts covered under benefits plans in easy-to-understand terminology.
Interviewed patients to complete case histories and intake forms.
Accessed third-party insurance databases to identify coverage of benefits.
Identified important patient and demographic information.
Utilized electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documenting verification processes.
Updated patient accounts with insurance verification information to ensure accurate billing.
Received, analyzed and responded to incoming calls from patients and providers regarding insurance issues.
Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
Education
Clinton Technical Nursing Program
Clinton, MO
LPN from Practical Nursing
11-2020
Academy of Aesthetic Arts
Shawnee, KS
Certified Esthetician from Esthetics
05-2012
Blue Valley North High School
Overland Park, KS
Diploma
05.2009
University Overview
Graduated on honor role with diploma then attended2 years of college/nursing school
Skills
Honest
Communication Skills
Patient Care
Time management
Familiar with Salesforce, QuickBooks, Epic, Meditech and POS
Medical terminology/medical records
Conflict management
Employee benefits verification
Interpersonal skills
Multitasking
Attention to detail
Fast learner
Organizational skills
Data entry
Teamwork
Computer skills
Customer service
Good with conflict/resolution
Experienced Microsoft Excel, Office, Word
Experience in assisting with community resource navigation and outreach programming
Client advocacy
Claims processing and liaison
Office administration
Case management and documentation
Collaborative relationships
HIPAA compliance
Multitasking and prioritization
Professionalism
Accountability
Experience with remote work
Certification
Driver's License
LPN2019 to Present
Certified Employee Benefit Specialist April2021 to Present
Manager – General and Ancillary Accounting at University of Central MissouriManager – General and Ancillary Accounting at University of Central Missouri
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