Highly motivated and customer-focused professional seeking a career in an environment of growth and excellence. Offering exceptional communication skills, extensive knowledge of insurance benefits, provider billing, and a proven track record of handling escalated member service inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Representative I
Trinity Health of New England
02.2024 - Current
Performs customer service activities handling various self-pay and insurance billing and collection inquiries, requests and related functions as part of the revenue cycle process for an assigned PBS location
Assists patients in the resolution of billing issues, which may include setting up payment plans and responding to complaints, problems and general inquiries in a timely, responsive and efficient manner
Provides detailed documentation and reports of customer complaints, issues, interactions, actions taken and results in appropriate system(s)
Performs communication and follow-up processes related customer service and ensures such activities are submitted timely, tracked, trended and reported to key stakeholders
Tracks trends of customer service encounters and recommendations for resolutions of the issues and findings for the supervisor
Assist in the day-to-day operation of Epic system
Revenue Cycle Specialist - Pre Arrival Unit
UNC Health
10.2022 - 04.2023
Initiated phone-based estimates by proactively reaching out to insurance companies, ensuring accurate patient benefit verification and estimation for upcoming appointments; streamlined revenue cycle operations and reduced billing errors by 30%
Contacted insurance companies to verify patient benefits and accumulators, facilitating accurate estimates for upcoming appointments; reduced billing discrepancies and improving revenue cycle efficiency
Analysis of estimates created each week and sending graphs to my supervisor which provided data from estimates to track insurance companies and the number of estimates submitted each week
Interacted with insurance carriers to validate coverage for specific procedures and initiated prior authorizations
Provided low-cost options to patients with OON insurance by coordinating with other departments and provided the dollar amount of service for patients with INN insurance
Completed productivity tracker as part of role due to remote position
Established and maintained relationships with customers to gather and process information or resolve issues for accurate reimbursement and optimal customer satisfaction both internally and externally
Assist in the day-to-day operation of Epic system
Revenue Cycle Specialist
Duke Health
03.2021 - 09.2022
As a Revenue Cycle Specialist, I provided patient-facing and back-end support while floating between all revenue cycle departments
Assist in the day-to-day operation of Epic system
Achieved resolution of outstanding billing issues with patients
Accessed and resolved insurance company denials and claims edits to ensure proper processing
Interacted with insurance companies to obtain approvals for procedures and medications
Ensured that charges on claims were correct prior to submission in consultation with revenue cycle teams
Revenue cycle specialists supported various aspects of the revenue cycle, including incoming call center, billing and collections, cash management and payment posting, scheduling, pre-registration, and charge capture
Established and maintained relationships with customers to gather and process information or resolve issues for accurate reimbursement and optimal customer satisfaction both internally and externally
Customer Service Professional
Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC
05.2016 - 08.2020
Acted as a single point of contact for handling escalated member service inquiries, issues, and process requests received via telephone, internet, webchat, email, and written correspondence
Utilized integrated service tools to provide fast and accurate information to members, ensuring their needs were met promptly and efficiently
Engaged, consulted, and educated members based on their unique needs, preferences, and understanding of Aetna's suite of services
Resolved complex member issues by collaborating with crossfunctional teams, ensuring a seamless and satisfactory resolution
Maintained detailed records of member interactions, inquiries, and resolutions in accordance with company policies and procedures
Actively participated in ongoing training and development programs to stay updated on Aetna's products, services, and industry trends
Sr. Customer Service Representative
Xerox
05.2011 - 05.2016
Handled a high volume of customer inquiries and provided exceptional customer service via telephone and email
Assisted customers in resolving product or service-related issues, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty
Effectively communicated complex information in a clear and concise manner to customers
Collaborated with internal teams to address customer concerns and provide timely resolutions
Maintained accurate and up-to-date customer records in the company's CRM system
Use computer-based systems (RX Claims, RUMBAS, Microsoft, Outlook, APMCAS, Medication searches) to perform customer inquiries
Responded to inquiries about complaints using standard procedures and scripts
Gathered customer information and logged customer calls to resolve customer issues in a timely manner
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of insurance policies regarding benefit changes
Promptly responded to general inquiries from members, staff, and clients via mail, e-mail, and fax
Handled and processed confidential patient information
Education
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - HEALTH SERVICE ADMINISTRATION
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - HEALTH SERVICE ADMINISTRATION
STRAYER UNIVERSITY
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