Monica Brumfield
(Birmingham, AL)
Summary:
I am an experienced professional with 5 years of experience working as “Customer Service Agent”, “Patient Service Representative” etc. with “Cigna/Concentrix” etc.
● I have extensive experience in customer service, handling 100+ Outbound and 150 +Inbound calls from patients, physician offices and members to gather information, referrals/authorizations, and schedule appointments, following HIPAA and Compliance confidentiality and guidelines.
● Assisted providers with authorizations, claims, appeals, eligibility, and benefits eligibility and maintain member and provider satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing member/provider needs and resolving concerns.
● Research and analyze eligibility, other health information, and group data for issue identification and root cause, developed and tested interim solutions, managed eligibility implementations, and monitored results.
● Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Medical Insurance, eligibility, Data Entry, Customer Service etc.
● I have been responsible for contacting insurance companies and government benefit authorities to verify patient coverage within the first 24 hours.
Education:
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater - Clearwater, FL Associate of Science: Medical Billing and Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater - Clearwater, FL Associate of Science: HIPAA Essentials For Healthcare Professionals Cert FCI Education Department - Tallahassee, FL
High School Diploma
Skills:
● Microsoft Word
● Microsoft Excel
● PowerPoint
● Eligibility
● Benefits
● Customer Service
● Patient Service
● HIPPA
● Time Management
Professional Experience:
Cigna Healthcare (Temp Service) Hoover, AL Aug 2023 - Jun 2025 Customer Service Representative
● Interacted with agents and providers via inbound calls.
● Assisted with Medicaid and Medicare eligibitity verification.
● Provided benefit information regarding Medicare plans available.
● Verifying a Providers participation status. In/Out Network.
● Managing multiple networks to confirm NPNs, locations and hours of operation.
● Always maintained a positive attitude when assisting the agents.
● Assisted with sending out enrollment information. Concentrix (Direct Client) Birmingham, AL Aug 2021 - Apr 2023 Customer Service Agent
● Interacted with members and providers via inbound calls.
● Managed over 50 member and provider calls. Assisted members with placing their Over-the-counter orders.
● Assisted providers with authorizations, claims, appeals, eligibility, and benefits eligibility.
● Maintained member and provider satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing member/provider needs and resolving concerns.
● Helped a large volume of members/ providers every day with a positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
● Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
● Answered constant flow of members and providers calls with minimal wait times.
● Maintained member and provider satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
● Researched and analyzed eligibility, other health information, and group data for issue identification and root cause, developed and tested interim solutions, managed eligibility implementations, and monitored results. Job Gap: Due to Covid
Plastic Pack – McCalla, AL Jan 2017 - Apr 2018
Warehouse Worker
● Received, stored, and shipped merchandise that was stored inside warehouse.
● Worked under limited supervision following standardized practices and methods.
● Maintained database of packages and completed inspections.
● Produce and package over 1000 bottles per night.
● Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
● Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
● Picked and packed order items.
● Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
Home Health Aide New Iberia, LA (Direct Client) Nov 2014 - Jan 2016 Patient Service Representative
● Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy environment.
● Assisted with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, mobility and feeding.
● Handled light housekeeping duties, prepared meals, and ran errands.
● Completed daily logs documenting patient condition, activities, and any changes to patient care plan.