Role Description
The Medical Claims Adjuster will review and adjust claims; adjudicates complex, sensitive, and/or specialized claims in accordance with claim processing guidelines. Responsibilities include:
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Process provider refunds and returned checks.
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Handle customer service inquiries and problems.
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Perform adjustments across all dollar amount levels on customer service platforms using technical and claims processing expertise.
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Apply medical necessity guidelines, determine coverage, complete eligibility verification, identify discrepancies, and apply all cost containment measures to assist in the claim adjudication process.
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Perform claim re-work calculations.
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Follow through completion of claim overpayments, underpayments, and any other irregularities.
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Process complex non-routine Provider Refunds and Returned Checks.
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Review and interpret medical contract language using provider contracts to confirm whether a claim is overpaid to allocate refund checks.
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Handle telephone and written inquiries related to requests for pre-approvals/pre-authorizations, reconsiderations, or appeals.
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Ensure all compliance requirements are satisfied and that all payments are made following company practices and procedures.
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Review and handle relevant correspondences assigned to the team that may result in adjustment to claims.
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May provide job shadowing to lesser experience staff.
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Utilize all resource materials to manage job responsibilities.
Qualifications
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2+ years medical claim processing experience.
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Experience in a production environment.
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Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments competently, accurately, and efficiently.
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Effective communications, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Requirements
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1-2 years of experience in a production environment (preferred).
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DG system claims processing experience (preferred).
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High school Diploma required; Associate Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Benefits
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Comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families.
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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Paid time off.
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Retirement savings options.
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Wellness programs and other resources, based on eligibility.