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    Appeals and Grievances Coordinator - Houston, United States - Apex Health Solutions

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    Job Title:
    Appeals &

    Grievances Coordinator Department:
    Appeals and

    Grievances Supervisor:

    Manager, Appeals & Grievances FLSA Status: Nonexempt Summary The Appeals and Grievances coordinator position is focused on the processing of customer and provider Medicare and Commercial appeals and grievances.

    This associate may screen incoming complaints, process medical necessity, utilization management and claims appeals, initiate Independent Review Organization external reviews as well as respond to CMS and department of insurance inquiries.

    The position will promote quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction, while promoting safety, cost efficiency and a commitment to the Continuous Quality Improvement Process.

    The Appeals & Grievance Coordinator will interact on a daily basis with the Customer Service Department, Medical Management Department, Medical Directors, enrollees, providers and TPA Staff as may be necessary to effectively resolve appeals, complaints and quality of care or service issues.

    Associates who function as Lead Coordinators are responsible for various quality assurance activities, including auditing and monitoring activities of the processed cases and correspondence and universe preparation.

    Essential Functions Interact with internal departments, such as Customer Service, Medical Management, medical directors, Claims and Provider Relations, as well as members, providers and other external entities to effectively process appeals and claims in a timely and appropriate manner.

    Communicate decisions with appropriate, understandable correspondence .

    CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's or associates degree in related field; in lieu of a degree, a high school diploma and two years in a managed care environment performing in appeals review/investigation function will be considered.


    License/certification:
    None One year of health insurance/managed care experience. Knowledge of healthcare terminology preferable. Experience with high-level claims reviewing. Strong written and verbal communication skills. PC proficiency to include Microsoft office products. Some travel in the Houston metro area may be required. Remote deployment will be considered.


    Education Required:

    Associates or Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field In lieu of a degree, a high school diploma and two years in a managed care environment performing in appeals review/investigation function will be considered.

    Experience One year of health insurance/managed care experience performing Appeals and Grievances functions. Will consider managed care associates with experience in customer service or claims processing. Skills Knowledge of healthcare delivery. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Ability to work with others in a matrixed environment. Demonstrated written communication skills. Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills. Demonstrated problem solving skills. Demonstrated organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to converse with and collaborate with physicians and physician personnel.

    Reasoning ability to identify and define problems, collect data/information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions, makes decisions, and implements changes related to TDI and Federal regulations.

    Proficient with Microsoft Office products. Facets, EZCap and/or Wipro experience preferred. RESPONSIBILITIES Adverse Determination and Appeals Tracking. Coordination of Appeals, Adverse Determinations and Grievances. Corresponds with members, providers and regulators regarding decisions and actions. Engages in process of coordinating independent reviews. Revises and amend policies and procedures based on changes in TDI or other regulatory statues. Works collaboratively with the Claims, Customer Service and Medical Management Departments. Communicate, collaborate, and cooperate with internal and external stakeholders. Adheres to all Compliance/Program Integrity requirements.

    Complies with HIPAA Regulations Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency.

    Supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.


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