Wendy M. Wahl
518-***-**** **** Colgate Place, Schenectady, NY 12304 **********@*****.***
Benefit Analyst
I am a polished and articulate professional with a strong background and understanding in healthcare. A tenacious work ethic combined with unmatched organizational and people skills allows me to open and sustain effective communication with all levels of associates and management. I am a goal-oriented achiever who takes pride in accomplishing projects beyond expectation.
KEY STRENGTHS
EDI
X12 Configuration
270 / 271 Transactions
Implementation Coordination
Group Migration
Project Liason
Customer Service
EDI Training
Product Training
Claims Training
New Business Coordination
Renewal Coordination
Member Portal Research
Provider Portal Research
Minor EDI Coding
Minor X12 Coding
EDUCATION
Cosmetology Degree and License
J.W.H. Cosmetology
Plattsburgh, NY 1992
Business Studies Degree
Beekmantown High School
Beekmantown, NY 1992
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Leadership, Analytical,
Communication, Interpersonal,
Responsible, Strong
Background in Healthcare
(PPO, EPO, HMO, PRISM,
Matrix) Minor Programming,
Clear Quest, Vendor Relations,
Creative workflows and Standard
Process.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Business Analyst
MVP 2015-2017
Used Facets NetworX for facility configuration, rate sheet creation, and distribution to operations
Analyzed First Pass error pends and provided presentations on solutions for First Pass Gain
Analyzed and tested procedure and code in a SCRUM environment while translating business policy methods to system developers
Mastered TFS tracking for SCRUM agile environment Benefit Analyst
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield 2010-2015
Acquired and assigned to train an offshore team of eight to audit new and renewal group implementation. Currently handling new product development across six platforms.
Analyze to identify and define problems including root cause and scope
Conduct meetings defined by specific problems
Identify fastest and most cost productive solutions
Fix problem if it can be handled by myself or my team
Conduct desired results meetings and offer solutions if handed to another department
Extensive knowledge in CS90 developed in claims background
Full working knowledge of healthcare offered today including PPO, EPO, HMO, CDHP, Prism, Matrix, Indemnity, Hospital only, Medical Supplement, HRA, HSA, and MediBlue
Projects:
EBA project team
Lead analyst for SSCR 20071 Medicare Supplement
Lead Analyst for Live Health Online
Lead Analyst for New Prism EPO Select Product
QA Plasm New Business, Renewal, Blues Exchange
Claims Examiner
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield 2007-2010
Entry level position in which I quickly developed an understanding of coding on claims. In a short time I was promoted to a position of training. Trained new hires and used for high priority accounts.
Lead examiner for new account sign on
Managed team workflow and system solutions
Assured compliance of medical policy and payment guidelines
Continually exceeded quality and quantity expectations for medical claim reports
Responsible for high priority accounts
Trainer (New Hire)