SKILLS
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
WORK HISTORY
TASHAWNDA PICKENS
803-***-**** • *******.*****@*****.*** • Wichita Falls, TX 76310 Gifted in working with stressed, confused and upset individuals in need of benefits information and supportive guidance to navigate Google Suite systems. Effective at operating within Medicare/Medicaid regulations and Client Service department guidelines to manage telephone calls, emails, letters and in-person requests for assistance. Claim Validity Determination
Client Correspondence
Verifying Coverage
Efficient Data Entry
Medical Terminology
Electronic Authorization
Processing
Payments Posting
Written Communication
Strong Communication and
Interpersonal Skills
Patient Eligibility
HIPAA Compliance Verification
May 2022 - Current
Columbia, SC
Cruise Specialist / Norwegian Cruise Line
Responded to clients' questions, issues, and complaints and found appropriate solutions when needed.
Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives and special needs clients.
Managed over 50 customer calls per day also increased service by 100%
Assisted clients with flight changes and cancellations to minimize travel disruptions.
Feb 2022 - May 2022
Columbia, SC
Medicare Advantage Customer Service Agent / ResultsCX Demonstrated high attention to detail, organization and management of multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Documented all communication with applicants and inputted information into system using Care Connect.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns. Quickly and accurately answered customer questions, suggested effective solutions and resolved issues to increase customer satisfaction 100%
Nov 2021 - Feb 2022
Columbia, SC
Benefits Verification Specialist / CareMetx
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever EDUCATION
needed.
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Updated account information to maintain customer records. Managed approximately 30 verifications of insurance, prior to patient procedures or appointments.
Apr 2021 - Nov 2021
Columbia, SC
Claims Benefit Specialist / Prudential Healthcare
Followed up with customers on unresolved issues.
Produced monthly reports with advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
Reviewed completed work for compliance with regulations. Tracked and maintained 50 to 65 records for, Beneficiary department.
Oct 2019 - Mar 2021
Columbia, SC
Claim Adjudicator / Exela Technologies
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Accurately handled data entry for 170 clients into company-based software.
Coded and processed applications into required electronic formats. Mar 2019 - Sep 2019
Columbia, SC
Claims Processor / WNS Global Services
Responded to 30 to 50 customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
Collaborated with claims department and industry anti-fraud organizations to resolve claims.
Established positive and trusting relationships with injured clients, administering efficient customer service and processing claims quickly.
Aug 2018 - Mar 2019
Columbia, SC
Payment Processor / Conduent
Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to verify payments and resolve variances.
Responded to inbound inquiries regarding accounts and payments. Verified deposits, rectified discrepancies and processed end-of-day paperwork using QuickPay with 100% accuracy
Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
May 2010
Tulsa, OK
Medical Assistant Certification in Medical Assisting Community Care College
Jun 2011
Altus, OK
Medication Aide Certification in Medication Aide
Southwest Technology Center