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Austin, Tx

Establishing medical economics principles and protocols to help Curative build a better healthcare experience for commercial members and providers. Come check out our $0 copay/$0 deductible that simplifies healthcare for everyone.

Phoenix, Az

Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix, Az

Phoenix, Az

- Perform data analysis, manipulate complex data sets, and design and produce reports.- Perform research and custom analysis of complex healthcare claims that include medical, pharmacy and behavioral health data. - Create new and make changes to existing SQL stored procedures as part of report automation.- Create dynamic Excel templates which incorporate SQL logic, tables created via dynamic stored procedures and Visual Basic log to automate reports and enable the end user to access data as needed.- Strongly support the Pharmacy team as well as new plan implementation for various reporting and data requirements.- Illustrate complex information in a clear, concise and useable manner. - Maintain quality relationships with all constituents to ensure continual communication, satisfaction and effective report development.

Phoenix, Az

- Conduct monthly reserve modeling, analysis and reporting for MCP, CT and FL. - Provide actuarial and technical support for reserving, planning, forecasting, rate-setting and reporting process.- Compile and analyze data, prepare and submit necessary exhibits for regulatory filings.- Use SQL programming and actuarial tools and systems to obtain, organize and analyze information. Apply financial principles, analytical skills, management skills and interpersonal communication to support completed analyses. - Develop creative technical solutions to a variety of problems. Demonstrate spreadsheet proficiency and familiarity with database and web-based applications. - Managed and redesigned COE Trend reports; conducted updates, training and knowledge transfer during AAWEB development.

Scottsdale, Az

- Analyzed large data sets to underwrite new and renewal PBM contracts for Employers, Health Plans and TPAs.- Reviewed RFPs to assess requirements with various financial implications into the pricing analysis; actively participated in management discussions concerning each case. - Conducted risk assessment, cost/savings projections and ad-hoc reporting. - Developed and maintained modeling processes, participated in updates to business assumptions and conducted project management for data systems.

Phoenix, Az

- Managed daily operations of the Evaluation Department, created and maintained all pricing and policies of the division, authored monthly company-wide service newsletters and policy guides.- Utilized data systems to compile, organize and analyze information to underwrite customized service contracts.- Conducted analysis and reporting functions such as budget, forecasting, month-end sales, weekly department statistics, “dashboard” figures, ad-hoc management reporting.- Developed and implemented standard pricing model, legal flat rate pricing contract, onsite service offering program, UK and Canadian service branches.- Programmed 26 pricing forms into 2 that interfaced with the pricing model and reduced completion time by 60%.- Interfaced with IT to provide programming and procedural mapping outline during transition to Epicor.- Performed Project Management functions to implement new programs and secure business partners.

Tempe, Az

- Conducted trend, revenue, billing, payment history and other account related analyses and reporting. - Queried various systems to perform account audits and manage all service orders prior to being billed through Oracle.- Participated in projects to assess Oracle data, assisted in correcting customer accounts and contracts. - Averaged over $100K in monthly recovered revenue via opportunity analyses using various data sources. - Reconciled and resolved a key customer’s account; designated the special analyst and provided all internal and external monthly reports related to this account.

Mesa, Az And Tucson, Az

- Conducted, budgeting, forecasting, ad-hoc analyses; provided assistance, support and training to Pricing Analysts.- Developed metrics reporting using various data sources (Oracle, Excel, Access, Crystal Reports, Vantive, Data Warehouse reports) and suggested improvements. - Authored SOP manual detailing the role and responsibilities of the Pricing Analytics Supervisor and the supervised employees.- Programmed, implemented and maintained pricing model and process used to analyze and generate sales quotes which decreased average order time from 23 days from the previous business unit to 1.5 days within eight months.- Programmed interim order process during the development of a new automated system by IT.

Mesa, Az

Pricing Analyst (Aug 1998 – Mar 2000)- Used various systems to compile, analyze and report pending revenue.- Developed and maintained database that provided visibility and reporting capabilities for order status and revenue.- Provided technical and reporting assistance to accounting; developed early warning system to identify potential revenue recognition concerns. - Liaison to all internal departments and with customers to quickly identify and resolve any problems related to sales orders. - Worked closely with Contracts/Legal on RFPs, financing plans for large accounts, special software licensing deals and other executable contracts.

Master Of Public Administration, Emphasis In, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Gpa: 3.97, All A'S, Everydays!

Finance

International Baccalaureate (Honors) Diploma Recipient, Top 5%

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society Varsity Softball Varsity Basketball Spanish Club (1995 trip to Spain) French Club Chess.

Taekwondo

Activities and Societies: Coach of Little Tigers Program