Kia Ross - Benefit Verification /Claims Specialist - Sonic Healthcare | Himalayas
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Kia Ross

@kiaross

Experienced medical administrative professional with 20 years in healthcare.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values teamwork and offers opportunities for professional growth in healthcare administration.

I am an experienced professional with over 20 years in medical administrative roles, adept at handling high-volume calls, customer service, and clinician support. My extensive background includes insurance benefit verification, conflict resolution, clinical support, and patient care, all aimed at ensuring efficient office operations.

Currently, I serve as a Senior Customer Care Specialist at Progressive Casualty Insurance Company, where I address customer inquiries and provide informed guidance on coverage and billing matters. My previous roles have honed my skills in managing patient interactions, verifying insurance benefits, and supporting healthcare providers in delivering quality care.

I am passionate about leveraging my experience as a Clinical Support Administrative Assistant to enhance operational efficiency and improve patient outcomes. I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to fostering a knowledgeable team atmosphere.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SH
Current

Benefit Verification /Claims Specialist

Sonic Healthcare

Apr 2025 - Present (3 months)

Received claims, confirmed policy coverage, and verified eligibility and benefits for treatments and procedures. Reviewed and interpreted clinical records to ensure patient met medical policy guidelines for coverage, completeness, and performed follow-up for additional information if necessary.

PC
Current

Commercial Lines Customer Care Specialist Sr.

Progressive Casualty Insurance Company

Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Addressed customer inquiries, resolved issues, and offered informed guidance on coverage, rates, and billing matters. Educated customers on policy details, empowering them with knowledge to make well-informed decisions.

CE

Benefit Verification Specialist

Cencora

Oct 2024 - Present (9 months)

Completed data entry from enrollment forms into the CRM and electronic eligibility checks for payer and coverage details. Conducted benefit investigations to determine plan coverage, payer restrictions, and cost share information from insurance plans.

ML

Clinical Support Medical Assistant

MPF Federal, LLC

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)

Prepared quality order requests to aid Providers with exam reviews and identified order types to maintain the quality of each order. Managed a high volume of inbound calls, ensuring prompt and accurate response to patient inquiries, insurance queries, and requests from medical professionals.

TN

Patient Service Representative / Medical Administrative Assistant

Teladoc Health via NexRep

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Managed a high volume of inbound calls, ensuring timely and accurate response to patient inquiries, insurance queries, and requests from medical professionals. Facilitated appointment coordination, including rescheduling, editing, and confirming follow-up engagements, optimizing physician schedule utilization.

AW

Medical Assistant/ Medical Administrative Manager / Medical Assistant Manager

ABC Wellness

Mar 2010 - Present (15 years 4 months)

Managed daily operations and led a team of medical staff, focusing on conflict resolution and staff training to enhance patient care efficiency. Ensured accurate insurance verification, adeptly handled high-volume telephone communications, and coordinated patient scheduling and insurance claim filing.

WH

Medical Laboratory Technologist

William Beaumont Hospital

Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 6 months)

Managed a team of dispatchers, ensuring efficient daily operations and effective conflict resolution while facilitating comprehensive training for new operators. Compiled and analyzed statistical reports of alarm activity, providing insights and regular updates to senior management.

DP

Medical Administrative Assistant

Dr. Gradis Family Practice

Oct 2003 - Present (21 years 9 months)

Facilitated patient care by providing administrative support to the physician, including involvement in medical procedures, staff management, and implementing new staff training programs. Enhanced practice operations through effective coordination of insurance verification, appointment scheduling, and processing of laboratory and diagnostic tests.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

SP

Saginaw Valley State University School of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Technician

Completed a program focused on the practical and theoretical aspects of pharmacy operations. Gained expertise in medication dispensing, inventory management, and patient support within a pharmaceutical setting.

SA

South University School of Arts

Health Sciences, Health Sciences

Studied various disciplines within health sciences, preparing for roles in healthcare administration and patient support. Developed skills in understanding health systems and patient care coordination.

MS

Michigan State University Oakland Community College -Dual Degree Program School of Science

Human Biology, Human Biology

Pursued a dual degree program focusing on human biology, gaining a comprehensive understanding of biological systems relevant to health. This program provided a strong foundation for medical and administrative roles.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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