
Shakela Barbour
@shakelabarbour
Healthcare Customer Service Representative at Tidelands Health Rehab, supporting members with benefits, account access, and CMS claims auditing.
What I'm looking for
At Tidelands Health Rehab, I answer members’ healthcare benefit and eligibility questions, help them navigate their online accounts, and conduct outbound calls to resolve enrollment requests. I also audit and conduct transmission for CMS claims while protecting member privacy under HIPAA guidelines.
Previously, I reviewed medical records at Tidelands Health Rehabilitation Hospital and drafted letters of medical necessity using clinical findings and payer policies. Across roles at Ciox, Ciox/DataVant, Impath Health, and Impact Health, I supported health plan members and documentation reviews, using tools including Google Suite, Adobe, and Salesforce CRM.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Healthcare Customer Service Representative
Tidelands Health Rehab
Nov 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)
Answered general health care benefit and eligibility questions for members with accuracy and compassion. Assisted members with logging into and navigating their online health account and locating provider information.
Medical Records Review Specialist
Tidelands Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Nov 2023 - Jul 2026 (2 years 8 months)
Thoroughly reviewed medical records to determine whether internal guidelines and coverage requirements were met. Drafted comprehensive letters of medical necessity based on clinical findings from office notes and medical history.
Clinical Documentation Review Specialist
Ciox/DataVant
Aug 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 1 month)
Collaborated with internal departments to ensure timely review and approval or denial of clinical documentation. Participated in biweekly triage meetings to discuss complex clinical cases with cross-functional team members.
Remote Health Plan Customer Service Representative
Ciox
Aug 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 1 month)
Recommended health plan upgrades based on strong product knowledge and member needs. Responded to inbound calls regarding health plan benefits, coverage details, and account questions.
Medical Necessity Documentation Coordinator
Impath Health
Sep 2017 - Jul 2021 (3 years 10 months)
Utilized Google Suite, Adobe, and Salesforce CRM to manage documentation workflows and case tracking. Worked independently to prioritize and meet required deadlines across a high volume of clinical case reviews.
Member Services Representative – Healthcare
Impact Health
Jun 2014 - Apr 2021 (6 years 10 months)
Supported members with general inquiries related to health plan benefits, enrollment, and eligibility. Located and shared accurate doctor and facility information to help members access needed care.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ultimate Medical Academy
Associate of Science, Health Management
2024 -
Pursuing an Associate of Science in Health Management, with an expected completion in April 2026.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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