LOLA AKINSHILO
Marietta,MI
Summary
Results-driven financial professional with robust background in providing comprehensive financial guidance to clients. Known for delivering tailored financial strategies that improve clients' financial health. Emphasizes teamwork and adaptability in achieving optimal results, with strong skills in financial analysis and client relationship management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Counselor
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
Roswell, GA
06.2025 - Current
- Directed patients in understanding and utilizing financial assistance programs to secure necessary healthcare services.
- Conducted thorough analysis of patient accounts, addressing billing discrepancies and facilitating efficient payment resolutions.
- Facilitated patient education on insurance options to enhance understanding of coverage benefits and associated costs.
- Engaged with diverse teams to formulate customized financial strategies that address specific patient requirements.
Post Insurance Verification Specialist
Northside Hospital
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Coordinated pre-certifications and pre-authorizations for outpatient hospital visits, maintaining compliance and expediting approval timelines.
- Reviewed and assessed insurance policies and benefit structures to confirm eligibility and mitigate claim rejection rates.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and insurance payers to rectify coverage discrepancies and enhance approval efficiency.
- Develop and implement automated verification workflows, reducing processing time and enhancing efficiency
- Maintained precise and compliant records to support effective communication between payers and hospital administration.
Patient Services Coordinator II
Emory Healthcare
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed insurance verification and patient eligibility reviews, ensuring compliance with regulatory and payer requirements
- Processed medical documentation with Epic, maintaining data integrity for pre-authorization approvals
- Collaborated with physicians, billing teams, and insurance providers to enhance pre-certification workflows
- Streamlined administrative processes, reducing patient wait times and improving service efficiency
Mental Health Technician
Ridgeview Institute
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Assessed and documented patient behavior and mental state to maintain safety standards and support effective treatment outcomes.
- Developed and executed therapeutic activities designed to improve patient engagement and accelerate recovery.
- Coordinated efforts with interdisciplinary teams to create customized care plans addressing the unique needs of various patient populations.
- Recorded patient advancements and shared observations in team meetings to support enhanced treatment strategies.
Underwriter
State Farm
01.2014 - 05.2022
- Reviewed insurance applications to determine risk factors and tailor coverage options accordingly.
- Collaborated with agents to gather necessary documentation for underwriting decisions.
- Analyzed financial statements and credit reports for accurate risk assessment.
- Developed underwriting guidelines that improved efficiency in application processing.
Education
Bachelor of Health Administration -
University of Phoenix
12.2027
Skills
- Healthcare management
- Patient advocacy
- Medical billing
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Insurance verification
Timeline
Financial Counselor
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Post Insurance Verification Specialist
Northside Hospital
11.2024 - 07.2025
Patient Services Coordinator II
Emory Healthcare
10.2023 - 11.2024
Mental Health Technician
Ridgeview Institute
01.2021 - 04.2024
Underwriter
State Farm
01.2014 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Health Administration -
University of Phoenix