Lindsey Johnson
Meshoppen
Summary
Health Plan Strategist and Payer Partnership Manager with over 10 years of experience generating $1M+ in cost savings through innovative Reference-Based Pricing (RBP) models, pharmacy benefit management (PBM) programs, and direct provider contracting.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
BENEFITS MANAGER
Meshoppen Stone, Inc.
Meshoppen
07.2015 - Current
- Designed and launched a Reference-Based Pricing (RBP) model and direct-to-employer contracts, cutting annual health plan costs by 33% ($1M), while improving pricing transparency with providers.
- Executed risk mitigation initiatives by partnering with vendors and harnessing financial support programs, achieving cumulative savings on high-dollar claims.
- Managed and led international pharmacy program, cutting prescription costs by up to 50%, generating annual savings exceeding $150,000 and improving medication access for employees.
- Identified and recovered over $500,000 in overpayments through weekly pre-payment claims audits and rigorous compliance with plan documents.
- Attained $5,000–$10,000 savings per procedure via direct pricing arrangements with surgery centers.
- Facilitated TPA, PBM, and broker collaborations, ensuring alignment with service-level agreements and improving health plan administration.
- Directed payroll, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, and open enrollment operations for 100+ employees, maintaining 100% compliance and audit readiness.
- Administered personalized benefits support, lowering employee escalations and elevating satisfaction with plan offerings.
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
Pride Mobility Products
Exeter
10.2014 - 07.2015
- Recruited and onboarded candidates for a range of roles, filling 30+ positions in 9 months while maintaining full OFCCP compliance.
- Supported compensation, performance management, and employee development processes.
BENEFITS COORDINATOR
Pride Mobility Products
Exeter
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Managed self-insured plans including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), ensuring seamless administration.
- Led open enrollment for 800+ employees, driving 98% participation.
- Coordinated corporate wellness programs, including annual health fairs and incentive-based competitions.
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
St. Joseph’s Center
Scranton
11.2012 - 08.2013
- Administered unemployment claims, FMLA tracking, and benefits processing.
- Recruited healthcare staff including direct support professionals and nurses, reducing vacancy timeframes.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Human Resources Management
King’s College
Wilkes-Barre, PASkills
- Reference-Based Pricing (RBP) Strategy
- Claims Auditing & Overpayment Recovery
- Stop-Loss & Contract Negotiation
- ACA, COBRA, FMLA compliance
- Vendor & TPA Management
- HRIS (ADP, Paylocity, Employee Navigator, BerniePortal)
- Advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)
- Budgeting & Healthcare Data Analysis
Timeline
BENEFITS MANAGER
Meshoppen Stone, Inc.
07.2015 - Current
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
Pride Mobility Products
10.2014 - 07.2015
BENEFITS COORDINATOR
Pride Mobility Products
08.2013 - 10.2014
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
St. Joseph’s Center
11.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Human Resources Management
King’s College
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