Adaptable professional with a strong foundation in training and appeals analysis. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and critical thinking, dedicated to fostering teamwork and enhancing organizational outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Deployment
Aetna
02.2022 - Current
Accountable for initial onboarding and job specific training for new colleagues.
Design, deliver, and maintain department curriculum.
Independently oversee virtual classroom environment, managing all aspects of student engagement and learning retention.
Collaborate with leadership to ensure successful development and delivery of training materials.
Actively engage with other training staff and subject matter experts to collaborate and influence the design and development of curriculum, while using the appropriate learning medium.
Manage participant performance in the classroom, to ensure adherence to Aetna standards and policies; provide feedback to management as appropriate.
Collect and share curriculum and training feedback from participants to enhance curriculum and training based on that feedback.
Sr. Complaint & Appeals Analyst
Aetna
01.2018 - 02.2022
Review and translate organizational policies into written responses to provider and member appeals based on regulations and legislation, employing all tools associated with claims and appeals processing.
Make decisions based upon current policies/guidelines to ensure business continuity with awareness of all possible implications and impact.
Manage inventories and workflows to ensure regulatory requirements are met.
Document and track appeal intakes, outcomes, trends, and workflows, identifying areas in need of improvement.
Work collaboratively across the organization both internally and externally.
Coach and support others with accuracy and ethical resolution.
Sr. Claim Benefit Specialist
Aetna
01.2013 - 01.2018
Review, process, and complete various types of claims, including medical and hospital claims.
Verify claim information, assess eligibility, determine benefits, and ensure accurate and timely processing, while effectively facilitating cost containment measures to assist in the claim adjudication process.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to claims processing.
Organize and conduct training for junior staff to help navigate complex claim scenarios, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure a proficient and cohesive team.
Identify claim cost management opportunities and refers recommendations to managers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Office Systems Technology
Gaston College
Dallas, NC
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Administration
Gaston College
Dallas, NC
Skills
Time management
Problem-solving
Flexible and adaptable
Excellent verbal and written communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Critical thinking
ACAS/RUMBA
ECHS
MedCompass
Certification
Aetna Certified Writer
Health Insurance Associate (HIAA)
Timeline
Training Deployment
Aetna
02.2022 - Current
Sr. Complaint & Appeals Analyst
Aetna
01.2018 - 02.2022
Sr. Claim Benefit Specialist
Aetna
01.2013 - 01.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Office Systems Technology
Gaston College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Administration
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