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Clinical Appeals Nurse - Owings Mills, MD, United States - Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
Description
Resp & QualificationsPURPOSE:
The Clinical Appeals Nurse completes research, basic analysis, and evaluation of member and provider disputes regarding adverse and adverse coverage decisions.
The Clinical Appeals Nurse utilizes clinical skills and knowledge of all applicable State and Federal rules and regulations that govern the appeal process for Commercial and Government Programs lines of business in order to formulate a professional response to the appeal request.
We are looking for an experienced professional to work remotely from within the greater Baltimore metropolitan area. The incumbent will be expected to come into a CareFirst location periodically for meetings, training and/or other business-related activities.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Level:
High School Diploma or GED.
Licenses/Certifications Upon Hire:
Preferred Qualifications:
Salary Range:
$65,808 - $130,702
Salary Range Disclaimer
The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed.
This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration.
It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location.
In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
DepartmentClinical Appeals and Analysis
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer.
It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Where To ApplyPlease visit our website to apply:
Federal Disc/Physical Demand
Note:
The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Sponsorship in US
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship
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