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Chinekqua Griffin

@chinekquagriffin

Experienced medical authorization specialist focused on accurate billing.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can manage authorizations and revenue-cycle workflows, work with EPIC/EMR systems, improve claims turnaround, and support a collaborative, patient-centered healthcare team.

I am a dedicated precertification and authorization specialist with experience in hospital and outpatient settings, ensuring timely processing of authorizations and accurate insurance verification.

At Mayo Clinic I manage EPIC work queues, coordinate CPT and ICD-10 coding with surgical abstractors, and track authorizations for imaging, procedures and ancillary services to secure payment and continuity of care.

Previously, I coordinated referrals and authorizations at a multi‑specialty orthopedic practice and managed medical billing, claims appeals, and AR processes for a healthcare billing employer, developing strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and major insurer portals.

I am detail-oriented, HIPAA‑compliant, proficient with EMR/EPIC and Microsoft Office, and committed to improving patient experience by synchronizing authorizations, scheduling and provider communications.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Mayo Clinic logoMC
Current

Precertification and Authorization Rep

Sep 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)

Manage insurance authorizations and pre-certifications for diagnostic and surgical procedures, maintaining EPIC work queues and reducing authorization delays through proactive follow-up and coordination with providers.

SS

Authorizations and Referral Coordinator

Southeast Orthopedic Specialists

Oct 2016 - Sep 2018 (1 year 11 months)

Coordinated referrals and authorizations for physical therapy and specialty care, ensured accurate patient demographics and documentation, and maintained referral tracking to support continuity of care.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

MS

Mercer County Vocational School

Vocational coursework, Marketing

2002 - 2004

Completed vocational coursework in Marketing at Mercer County Vocational School from 2002 to 2004.

HS

Hightstown High School

High school diploma, General Studies

2000 - 2004

Completed high school diploma with general studies at Hightstown High School from September 2000 to June 2004.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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