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Joyce Bucher

Middletown,PA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, excelling in HIPAA compliance and customer service. Proven ability to resolve complex issues while maintaining documentation accuracy and fostering relationships. Recognized for enhancing member satisfaction through active listening and effective problem resolution in high-pressure environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Intake Coordinator

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
06.2022 - 04.2025
  • Answered phone calls from providers and provided authorization requirements by checking ICD-10 codes. If authorization was required I assisted with entering the authorization.
  • I reviewed authorizations that were entered into the portal by the provider.
  • I made outbound calls to providers if more information was needed to process the authorization request.
  • I made outbound calls to providers and members to advise if an authorization was approved or denied.
  • Answered phone calls from providers to check the status of authorization requests.
  • Escalated any urgent requests to the correct team for review.
  • I did all of these tasks while maintaining patient confidentiality and following all HIPAA guidelines.

Member Advocate

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
06.2021 - 01.2024
  • Answered inbound calls from members regarding premium payments, benefit information for medical and prescription drugs, provider information, claim inquiries, authorization requirements, authorization status and any other inquiries the member had.
  • Actively listened to members, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by simultaneously handling multiple tasks such as navigating systems, taking notes on calls, answering the members inquiries and focusing on first call resolution while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and company policies.
  • Maintaining composure under pressure, a good attitude and showing empathy and compassion for members experiencing personal difficulties I was able to handle a high volume of calls daily while consistently meeting or exceeding call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Made calls out to members to provide updates if it was not able to be resolved on their first contact (if the issue was not resolved and there was no update I would also call out to advise that I did not have an update but it was still being looked into)
  • Educated members about benefits and resources available to them effectively

Member Service Advocate

Gateway Healthcare
11.2018 - 06.2021
  • Answered inbound calls from members regarding benefit information for medical and prescription drugs, provider information, claim inquiries, authorization requirements, authorization status and any other inquiries the member had.
  • Actively listened to members, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by simultaneously handling multiple tasks such as navigating systems, taking notes on calls, answering the members inquiries and focusing on first call resolution while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and company policies.
  • Maintaining composure under pressure, a good attitude and showing empathy and compassion for members experiencing personal difficulties I was able to handle a high volume of calls daily while consistently meeting or exceeding call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Made calls out to members to provide updates if it was not able to be resolved on their first contact (if the issue was not resolved and there was no update I would also call out to advise that I did not have an update but it was still being looked into)
  • Educated members about benefits and resources available to them effectively

Billing Specialist

Xfinity Comcast
06.2016 - 09.2016
  • Processed high-volume billing transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely invoicing for clients.
  • Resolved discrepancies in billing statements by investigating and correcting errors, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Researched and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing.
  • Worked with multiple departments to check proper billing information.
  • Assisted colleagues in resolving complex billing issues, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing within the department.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on changes in billing rules and guidelines.
  • Assisted in transition to electronic billing, reducing paper waste and improving operational efficiency.

Claims Adjuster

Capital Blue Cross
07.2014 - 09.2015

I was responsible for total claim processing. Providers would send in claims that had already been processed and needed to be adjusted. I had to strip the claim make the adjustments and reprocess the claim for payment.

Claims Adjuster

CK Hobbie Group
01.2014 - 07.2014

I was responsible for total claim processing. Providers would send in claims that had already been processed and needed to be adjusted. I had to strip the claim, re-enter the claim making the adjustments and reprocess the claim for payment.

Sr. Parts Analyzer

IBM
03.2011 - 12.2012

I was responsible for inventory of approximately ten thousand parts. When there were issues, such as defective parts, I was responsible to have quality control place the part on hold and do a thorough inspection. I also worked very closely with the purchasing team for orders and any issues causing back orders.

Customer Service Representative

Coventry Health Care
06.2008 - 08.2010

Members would call with benefit, billing, and authorization inquiries. I would also receive calls from potential members to get information about the different plans offered. I would provide all plan information over the phone to the potential members and also mail them any information we had in office (pamphlets, and books). All calls were thoroughly documented.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Pennsboro High School
Enola
01-1996

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Customer service
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Data entry
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship building
  • Payment processing
  • Complaint resolution
  • Call management

Timeline

Intake Coordinator

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
06.2022 - 04.2025

Member Advocate

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
06.2021 - 01.2024

Member Service Advocate

Gateway Healthcare
11.2018 - 06.2021

Billing Specialist

Xfinity Comcast
06.2016 - 09.2016

Claims Adjuster

Capital Blue Cross
07.2014 - 09.2015

Claims Adjuster

CK Hobbie Group
01.2014 - 07.2014

Sr. Parts Analyzer

IBM
03.2011 - 12.2012

Customer Service Representative

Coventry Health Care
06.2008 - 08.2010

High School Diploma -

East Pennsboro High School
Joyce Bucher