
Claims Specialist I – Provider Claims
IEHP
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Inland Empire • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $26 - $33 per hour
About the role
- Review and process provider dispute resolutions according to state and federal designated timeframes.
- Research reported issues; adjust claims and determine the root cause of the dispute.
- Draft written responses to providers in a professional manner within required timelines.
- Independently review and price complex edits related to all claim types to determine the appropriate handling for each including payment or denial.
- Complete the required number of weekly reviews deemed appropriate for this position.
- Respond to provider inquiries regarding disputes that have been submitted.
- Maintain, track, and prioritize assigned caseload through IEHP’s provider dispute database to ensure timely completion.
- Maintain knowledge of claims procedures and all appropriate reference materials; participate in ongoing training as needed.
- Communicate with a variety of people, both verbally and in writing, to perform research, gather information related to the case that is under review.
- Recommend opportunities for improvement identified through the trending and analysis of all incoming PDRs.
- Coordinate with other departments as necessary to facilitate resolution of claim related issues.
- Identify and report claim related billing issues to various departments for provider education.
- Any other duties as required to ensure Health Plan operations are successful.
- Ensure the privacy and security of PHI (Protected Health Information) as outlined in IEHP's policies and procedures relating to HIPAA compliance.
Requirements
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience evaluating and processing institutional and professional medical claims.
- Proficiency in the following areas: Medical claims system, ICD-10 and CPT coding, reviewing medical authorizations, Provider contract rate interpretation, medical benefit coverage determination.
- Prior experience handling provider disputes, appeals and claim adjustments.
- Experience preferably in an HMO or Managed Care setting.
- Medicare and/or Medi-Cal experience preferred.
- Experience in a managed care or government payer environment preferred.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must have a valid California Driver's license.
- A thorough understanding of claims industry and customer service standards.
- Knowledge of ICD-9, ICD10, CPT, HCPC coding and general practices of claims processing.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Microsoft Office, Advanced Microsoft Excel.
- Written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze data and interpret regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, and skilled in data entry required.
- Typing a minimum of 45 wpm.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to build successful relationships across the organization.
- Professional demeanor.
- Telephone courtesy and high degree of patience.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Telecommute schedule.
- CalPERS retirement.
- State of the art fitness center on-site.
- Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision.
- Life, short-term, and long-term disability options
- Career advancement opportunities and professional development.
- Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare.
- CalPERS retirement 457(b) option with a contribution match.
- Paid life insurance for employees.
- Pet care insurance.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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Certifications
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