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Kristal Finley

@kristalfinley

Detail-oriented healthcare specialist in revenue cycle and patient access.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek a patient-focused role in a collaborative healthcare team, leveraging prior authorization, billing, and EMR expertise to improve patient access and revenue cycle outcomes while growing professionally.

I am a detail-oriented healthcare professional with extensive experience in prior authorizations, insurance verification, patient intake, and medical billing. I excel at navigating EMR/EHR systems, managing high-volume workflows, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation while providing empathetic patient support.

I have contributed to process improvements by identifying trends in authorization denials and resolving claims issues, and I have experience coordinating care across providers, payors, and clinical teams. I am comfortable working independently in remote environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency and patient outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

NL

Patient Success Specialist

Natera Genetic Laboratory

Mar 2025 - Jan 2026 (10 months)

Processed and submitted insurance prior authorizations and communicated with providers and payors to secure timely approvals, improving authorization accuracy and reducing delays to care. Reviewed medical records for medical necessity and identified denial trends to support process improvements.

CO

Claims Specialist

Conduent

Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 (2 months)

Submitted and followed up on insurance claims within filing deadlines, performed appeals for denied claims, and corrected data discrepancies to prevent rejections and payment delays. Corresponded with providers to obtain missing documentation and maintained quality standards.

CS

Patient Intake Representative

Community Health System

Jan 2022 - Feb 2024 (2 years 1 month)

Collected and verified patient demographic and insurance information, verified eligibility and benefits, and secured required authorizations to ensure accurate registration and billing while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Coordinated with clinical and billing teams to resolve registration discrepancies.

BS

Patient Care Coordinator

BrightSpring Health Services

Jan 2017 - Jan 2021 (4 years)

Coordinated home health services and administered medications as an AMAP-certified provider, trained staff, and acted as liaison between patients, families, and clinical teams to support care transitions and quality documentation. Identified changes in patient condition and escalated to clinical leadership.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Penn Foster Career School logoPS

Penn Foster Career School

High School Diploma, General Education

High School Diploma completed through Penn Foster Career School with coursework focused on foundational academic skills and career preparation.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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