Christina Mitchell
@christinamitchell
Healthcare operations leader specializing in Medicare Advantage, appeals, and compliant clinical workflows.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Healthcare Operations professional with 14 years of remote healthcare experience specializing in Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, Appeals & Grievances, and CMS-regulated operations. I bring an MBA background and a steady focus on accurate, evidence-based decisions that support member outcomes.
In my current role as a Grievance & Appeals Coordinator, I lead investigations of complex Medicare Advantage and Medicaid appeals by analyzing medical records, claims, authorizations, and benefit determinations. I interpret CMS regulations, medical policies, and health plan benefits to ensure compliant and timely decisions while managing a high-volume caseload in a fully remote environment.
I collaborate closely with Medical Directors, Provider Affairs, Compliance, Clinical Operations, and cross-functional teams to resolve complex healthcare issues. I serve as a trusted liaison between members, providers, and internal stakeholders—translating policy requirements into practical next steps and clear communication.
Earlier in my career at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Verizon Wireless, I strengthened my analytical problem-solving and operational excellence through complex member and provider issue resolution, eligibility and coverage work, and escalated billing/service troubleshooting. Across every role, I’ve built trusted relationships and consistently improved service delivery through thoughtful, process-driven execution.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Grievance & Appeals Coordinator
Aug 2015 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Lead investigations of complex Medicare Advantage and Medicaid appeals by analyzing medical records, claims, authorizations, and benefit determinations. Interpret CMS regulations and coordinate with medical and operational stakeholders to ensure compliant, timely, evidence-based member outcomes.
Senior Customer Service Representative II
May 2013 - Aug 2015 (2 years 3 months)
Resolved complex member and provider issues involving benefits, eligibility, claims, prior authorizations, and coverage determinations. Partnered with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate and compliant resolutions that improved service and member satisfaction.
Managed complex customer portfolios and resolved escalated billing and service issues. Analyzed account data to identify root causes and implemented solutions while collaborating across departments to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Oakland University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration
Earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Oakland University.
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Oakland University.
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