Tanashia Smith
@tanashiasmith
Detail-oriented financial clearance representative with strong communication skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with a Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate from Summit Academy OIC, where I honed my skills in professional communications, medical terminology, and medical billing and coding. My experience spans various roles in the healthcare and customer service sectors, where I have developed a strong foundation in financial clearance and patient account management.
Currently, I work as a Financial Clearance Representative at Allina Health, where I ensure insurance verification and manage prior authorizations for procedures. My previous role at M Health Fairview involved billing and managing patient accounts, which further solidified my expertise in handling complex financial processes within the healthcare system. I pride myself on my organizational skills and my ability to communicate effectively with both patients and healthcare providers.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Clearance Rep
Allina Health
Feb 2025 - Present (4 months)
Checked insurance for activity and sent in-basket messages to providers for appeals or denials. Determined prior authorization needs for procedures via online portals or direct calls to insurance. Gathered clinical information for CPT codes requiring prior authorization.
Billing/Central Prior Auth
M Health Fairview
Dec 2022 - Nov 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Managed patient account payments, including collection and posting. Submitted claims to insurance and gathered CPT codes for procedures. Determined prior authorization needs for procedures via online portals or direct calls to insurance.
Clinical Business Rep
Allina Health Clinic
Aug 2022 - Oct 2022 (2 months)
Managed patient appointments, including scheduling, rescheduling, and cancellations. Provided clear instructions to patients to ensure proper preparation for examinations and procedures.
Package Handler
FedEx
Nov 2021 - Dec 2021 (1 month)
Sorted and stacked packages on pallets for efficient storage and transport. Loaded and unloaded packages from company trucks, ensuring proper packing and loading procedures were followed.
Warehouse Associate
The House
Jan 2021 - Oct 2021 (9 months)
Picked packages to fulfill customer orders, ensuring accuracy of items and addresses. Sorted and stacked packages on pallets for efficient warehouse organization.
Benefits Specialist
Willis Towers Watson
Aug 2020 - Dec 2020 (4 months)
Handled inbound calls to assist employees with health coverage enrollment and changes. Opened appeals for employees regarding late verification documents and assisted with premium payments.
Customer Service Rep
Luther Automotive
Apr 2020 - Jun 2020 (2 months)
Managed inbound and outbound calls for scheduling and canceling appointments. Communicated with managers and advisors via email to address customer inquiries and provide quotes for services and parts.
Assistant General Manager
Taco Bell
Jun 2019 - Mar 2020 (9 months)
Managed daily cash operations, including counting safe and cash drawers to ensure accuracy. Completed necessary paperwork and deployment plans, and led team meetings to review performance and set new goals.
Customer Service Rep
Viking Client Services
Apr 2018 - May 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Handled damage claims for Avis and Budget car rentals, including filing claims on behalf of renters. Managed inbound and outbound calls from verified sources to resolve customer issues.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Summit Academy OIC
Certificate, Medical Administrative Assistant
Activities and societies: Professional communications, Medical Terminology, MS applications, Medical Billing and Coding
Completed a comprehensive certificate program focusing on essential skills for medical administrative roles. Coursework included professional communications, medical terminology, and proficiency in MS applications. Gained expertise in medical billing and coding practices.
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