[Hiring] Claims Investigation Analyst I @Geisinger

Role Description

Reviews and resolves complex claims issues, using established state and federal guidelines, departmental policies and procedures to ensure that work is performed accurately and delivered to meet set objectives. Acts as a liaison between the provider and other Health Plan departments and facilitates the exchange of information between the grievances, claims processing and provider relations systems. Follows up with providers, internal and external vendors to ensure resolution is communicated to impacted parties.

• Acts as the technical claims expert, following state and federal guidelines and provider contracts.
• Educates contracted and non-contracted providers regarding appropriate claims submission requirements, coding updates, electronic claims transactions and electronic fund transfer and available resources such as provider manuals, websites, fee schedules, etc.
• Provides on-site professional guidance as needed to facilitate issue resolution.
• Evaluates and resolves complex claim and provider billing issues in a timely manner and according to set standards.
• Coordinates with the provider, as needed, in alignment with the Account Management team, on claims processing issues and provides follow-up to all impacted parties.
• Works with the customer service team to ensure accurate interpretation of billing guidelines, member benefits, contract terms, exclusions and limitations; escalates as necessary.
• Interfaces with the call center to compile, analyze and disseminate information from provider calls.
• Provides feedback to the configuration team to ensure payment terms are set-up correctly.
• Assists with completion of claims audits to ensure accurate payments to providers.
• Responds to provider inquiries regarding claims payments.
• Communicates with providers to gain feedback regarding the extent to which providers are informed about appropriate claims submission practices.
• Provides information and facilitates and coordinates appropriate resolution of issues and complaints.
• Documents inquiries, complaints and other data in all applicable systems in an accurate, clear and timely manner.
• Identifies trends and develops ways to streamline and simplify internal processes as necessary to reduce turnaround times and improve data quality and provider satisfaction.
• Initiates process improvement projects resulting from operational concerns.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) - Required
• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience - Required

Requirements

• Communication
• Multitasking
• Organizing
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
• Encouragement of an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Company Description

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.