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Mary Cecilia Gomez

Summary

Highly-professional and organized medical claims specialist with 20+ years of solid experience in processing and managing claims. Track record of meeting targets through significant knowledge of the medical and insurance industry, its practices and terminologies.

Hard working and self-motivated Medical Claims specialist available to offer professionalism and thoroughness to an insurance company in need. Ready to use skills for high-level of customer service and to obtain positive outcomes for both company and clients.

In parallel, pursued my other passion, psychology, and social services. Obtained an Advanced Diploma in Psychology and worked in social services with under-privilege families, elderly and children at risk for three years.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ASSISTANT CLAIMS MANAGER

MHC Medical Networks Pte Ltd
01.2023 - Current
  • Claims Assessor for NTUC Income claims from

April 2022 to December 2022

  • Promoted to Assistant Manager in January 2023. With a team of seven staff, oversee the claims for GE, CTI, Liberty and Prudential Insurer. Cleared backlog claims and till to-date claims are within the KPI.
  • Handled claims consistent with client and corporate policies, procedures, best practices and regulations.
  • Determined proper course of action for claims processing.

Youth Worker

The Salvation Army
07.2018 - 06.2020
  • Enhance the quality care of the residents
  • Maintaining professional and purposeful relationships with colleagues and residents
  • Mentor and teach the residents to respect Gracehaven’s guidelines, and develop their strength of moral character and civic duty
  • Do hourly check and updates management if there is any issues or concern
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.

CLAIMS MANAGER

CXA INSURANCE BROKERS SINGAPORE
02.2017 - 03.2018
  • Oversee the claims team of 15 staff under my care
  • To resolve internal and external service and performance issues including escalations and complains
  • Coach, mentor and develop staff. Foster a spirit of teamwork
  • Conduct performance appraisal and interviews
  • Plan, evaluate, and improve the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output
  • Prepares periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment
  • Improvement in claims processing and turn around time to meet with agreed KPI
  • Handled claims consistent with client and corporate policies, procedures, best practices and regulations.
  • Determined proper course of action for claims processing.
  • Documented and communicated timely claims information while supporting accurate outcomes.
  • Gathered sensitive information to update customer profiles and
  • Researched claims and incident information to deliver solutions and resolve problems and help with appeals process.

SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT

VANGUARD HEALTHCARE / PEARL’S HILL CARE HOME
12.2015 - 01.2017
  • Conduct assessment of patients at their home, hospitals prior to admission PHCH
  • Once the transfer is confirmed, I will also conduct financial counseling with families and processing the financial assistance
  • I will conduct a regularly follow up with the elderly and do the needful update or communication with the families and elderly
  • I have also arranged for the follow up for the elderly and does the schedule for ambulance pick up and drop off
  • In the event a nurse needs to follow, will do the needful arrangement with the staff nurse for a support staff to follow the elderly
  • Key Accomplishments
  • Meet with the monthly target set for occupancy by the leaders and liase with AIC on the transfers
  • Successful medifund applications for needy residents especially for families who are estranged or have limited family support
  • Engage in monthly activities in building rapport and collaboration with seniors
  • Process other beneficial applications for the seniors .eg : Pioneer Generation Disability Assistance Scheme
  • Coordinate with In-charge for short term stay residents and apply the necessary support to assist them with home discharge

ADMINISTRATOR/OUTREACH EXECUTIVE

SOUTH CENTRAL FAMILY SERVICE CENTRE
08.2013 - 06.2015
  • Handle the office logistics, compliance such as the insurance policies , maintenance of the office, release school pocket money or urgent funds for office matters or urgent needs of families under our care.
  • Successfully recruited volunteers for Homework Café which assist the children with their school homework, mentoring the kids apart from school homework
  • Empowered members who are involved in Community Kitchen to be in-charge of cooking during events. Build their self-confident, which empowered them to use their talent and generate income
  • Submit quarterly and six-monthly reporting to NCSS for funding purpose


MANAGER

HSBC
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Settled claims within 5-7 working days and attain the key performance indicators assigned
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.


MANAGER

AON CONSULTING SINGAPORE PTE LTD
04.2009 - 12.2011
  • Oversee a team of ten members
  • Took charge of the “VIP” accounts . Championed insurance claims process by providing expert knowledge and building positive, trusting relationship to support clients during challenging times.
  • Documented and communicated timely claims information while supporting accurate outcomes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to policyholders by communicating important information and patiently listening to issues.
  • Handled complains or complicated
  • Conducted regular training for the team on policies, claims procedures and coverage and client's expectation
  • Provide timely reports to my Director and attend regular meetings with clients and insurer
  • Conduct appraisal for the team and provide feedback and interviews of new hire.

SENIOR CLAIMS EXECUTIVE

NTUC INCOME CO-OPERATIVE PTE LTD
01.2003 - 03.2009
  • Started as Assistant Executive to underwrite Incomeshield claims from January 2001 to December 2002
  • Make sound decisions when underwriting Incomeshield health policies for individuals
  • Approved claims up to limit of $50,000 with eight team members under my care
  • Was in-charge of overseeing the set up of a new system for claim process - EBAO
  • Successful implementation of the new system with least disruption to the work flow
  • Handled claims escalations and complains
  • Provide support to staff with training and build good rapport thru team bonding
  • Conducted appraisals and provide feedback when needed
  • Provide weekly reports and update to my higher management

CLAIMS ASSISTANT

AXA INSURANCE
01.1998 - 12.2000
  • Registration and assessment of claims are registered within the service level agreement
  • Logged, allocated and managed claims.
  • Prepared files, letters and notices.
  • Worked productively in fast-moving work environment to process large volumes of claims.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of claim information for future reference.
  • Updated claims system to track claim status and provide relevant information to other department.

CLAIMS ASSISTANT

STERLING KNIGHT BROKERS
01.1994 - 12.1997
  • Logged, allocated and managed claims.
  • Prepared files, letters and notices.
  • Worked productively in fast-moving work environment to process large volumes of claims.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of claim information for future reference.
  • Collaborated with internal departments and external vendors to achieve fast resolution of claims.
  • Updated claims system to track claim status and provide relevant information to other department.
  • Followed up with customers on unresolved issues.
  • Interviewed policyholders to verify information and obtain additional details.
  • Investigated accidents or incidents to determine cause and extent of damages.

Education

TRAINER

ACTA
Institute Of Adult Learning
04.2019

Advanced Certificate in Community and Social Service (Senior) -

TSAO Foundation, Hua Mei Training Academy
11.2015

Advanced Diploma in Psychology - Psychology

Management Development of Institute of Singapore, Institute of Singapore
10.2015

Advanced Certificate in Community & Social Service - Social Work

Hua Mei Training Academy
10.2015

Diploma of Financial Services - General Insurance

Australian & New Zealand Institute of Insurance & Finance
07.2004

Diploma in General Insurance - Insurance

Singapore Insurance Institute
11.2000

GCE O Levels -

Saint Thomas Secondary School
11.1998

GCE A Levels -

Stamford College
11.1991

Skills

  • STRENGTHS & SKILLS
  • medical billings, claims processing, insurance & benefits verification and authorization, claims adjustments and funds recovery in strict compliance to company’s protocols
  • Deep understanding of medical terminology – vital in reading medical reports and determining coverage
  • Exceptional customer service skills, even in argumentative situations
  • Great communication abilities with medical groups, customers and other stakeholders
  • Proficient in all computer programs and systems relevant to medical claims, along with proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills along with the ability to assign priority levels and handle huge amount of

Certification


  • COMET (General Cologne RE, now Gen Re)
  • Jul 2016- Management of Depression in Seniors
  • Jun 2009- Rules and Regulations for Financial Advisory Services (M5)
  • Mar 2008 - PEAKS
  • Dec 2007- Hospital & Surgical Ins. Claims Assessment
  • Nov 2006 - GEMS SERVICE (Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications)
  • Sept 2004- A Comprehensive Study of Hospital & Surgical Insurance
  • Apr 2002 - Certificate in Health Insurance
  • Aug 2001 - Certificate in Life Insurance
  • Aug 1996 - Certificate in General Insurance
  • Nov 1988 -Delivering Service Quality Program

Timeline

ASSISTANT CLAIMS MANAGER

MHC Medical Networks Pte Ltd
01.2023 - Current

Youth Worker

The Salvation Army
07.2018 - 06.2020

CLAIMS MANAGER

CXA INSURANCE BROKERS SINGAPORE
02.2017 - 03.2018

SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT

VANGUARD HEALTHCARE / PEARL’S HILL CARE HOME
12.2015 - 01.2017

ADMINISTRATOR/OUTREACH EXECUTIVE

SOUTH CENTRAL FAMILY SERVICE CENTRE
08.2013 - 06.2015

MANAGER

HSBC
01.2012 - 12.2012

MANAGER

AON CONSULTING SINGAPORE PTE LTD
04.2009 - 12.2011

SENIOR CLAIMS EXECUTIVE

NTUC INCOME CO-OPERATIVE PTE LTD
01.2003 - 03.2009

CLAIMS ASSISTANT

AXA INSURANCE
01.1998 - 12.2000

CLAIMS ASSISTANT

STERLING KNIGHT BROKERS
01.1994 - 12.1997

TRAINER

ACTA

Advanced Certificate in Community and Social Service (Senior) -

TSAO Foundation, Hua Mei Training Academy

Advanced Diploma in Psychology - Psychology

Management Development of Institute of Singapore, Institute of Singapore

Advanced Certificate in Community & Social Service - Social Work

Hua Mei Training Academy

Diploma of Financial Services - General Insurance

Australian & New Zealand Institute of Insurance & Finance

Diploma in General Insurance - Insurance

Singapore Insurance Institute

GCE O Levels -

Saint Thomas Secondary School

GCE A Levels -

Stamford College
Mary Cecilia Gomez