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Kelli Stout

Kelli Stout


Financial Clearance | St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Professional Overview


Kelli Stout is a seasoned financial clearance professional with over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry. She excels at streamlining financial processes, ensuring accurate patient billing, and optimizing revenue cycle management.

Experience Summary


Current Role


As a Financial Clearance specialist at SSM Health since 2012, Kelli is responsible for managing the financial clearance process for patients. She works diligently to verify insurance coverage, obtain pre-authorizations, and facilitate accurate patient registration. Kelli's attention to detail and proactive approach have contributed to improved patient satisfaction and reduced claim denials for the organization.

Career Progression


Prior to joining SSM Health, Kelli held various customer service and administrative roles within the healthcare sector, gaining valuable experience in medical billing, patient relations, and office management. Her consistent performance and commitment to excellence have enabled her to grow within the organization, taking on increasing responsibilities over the years.

Academic Background


Kelli holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, where she graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise


  • Financial clearance and patient registration

  • Insurance verification and pre-authorization processes

  • Revenue cycle management and claim optimization

  • Customer service and patient relations

  • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills


Professional Impact


During her tenure at SSM Health, Kelli has played a crucial role in improving the organization's financial clearance processes. She has spearheaded initiatives to streamline patient onboarding, reduce claim denials, and enhance overall revenue cycle efficiency. Kelli's contributions have been instrumental in ensuring timely and accurate patient billing, ultimately improving the organization's financial performance and patient experience.

Conclusion


With her extensive experience in healthcare financial clearance and her demonstrated track record of success, Kelli Stout is a valuable asset to the SSM Health team. Her commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and ability to navigate complex financial and administrative processes make her a trusted partner in optimizing the organization's revenue cycle management.