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Kayla Pereira

Kayla Pereira


Financial Clearance Specialist II

Professional Overview


Kayla Pereira is a seasoned financial clearance specialist with a strong background in the healthcare industry. She leverages her expertise in denial prevention and financial clearance to drive operational efficiency and ensure timely reimbursement for Steward Health Care.

Experience Summary



Current Role


As a Financial Clearance Specialist II at Steward Health Care, Kayla is responsible for processing and resolving complex financial clearance cases. She works closely with patients, insurance providers, and internal teams to ensure accurate billing and prompt payment. Kayla's keen attention to detail and problem-solving skills have enabled her to consistently reduce denial rates and improve the overall financial performance of the organization.

Career Progression


Prior to her current role, Kayla served as a Denial Prevention Analyst I at Steward Health Care, where she played a pivotal role in identifying and addressing the root causes of claim denials. Her ability to analyze data, implement corrective measures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams contributed to significant improvements in the denial management process.

Academic Background


Kayla holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, where she graduated with Cum Laude honors.

Areas of Expertise


  • Financial clearance and reimbursement management

  • Denial prevention and root cause analysis

  • Patient financial counseling and education

  • Regulatory compliance and insurance policy interpretation

  • Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams


Professional Impact


During her tenure at Steward Health Care, Kayla has been instrumental in reducing the organization's denial rate by 15% through the implementation of proactive denial prevention strategies. Her expertise in navigating complex insurance policies and resolving billing discrepancies has resulted in improved cash flow and enhanced patient financial experience.

Conclusion


Kayla Pereira's versatile skill set, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to operational excellence make her a valuable asset to Steward Health Care. As she continues to excel in her role, Kayla is poised to contribute significantly to the organization's financial stability and patient-centric initiatives.