Claim Benefit Specialist

Description:

• Reviews and adjudicates routine claims in accordance with claim processing guidelines.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to think logically and problem solve.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Analyzes and approves routine claims that cannot be auto adjudicated.
• Applies medical necessity guidelines, determines coverage, completes eligibility verification, identifies discrepancies, and applies all cost containment measures to assist in the claim adjudication process.
• Routes and triages complex claims to Senior Claim Benefits Specialist.
• Proofs claim or referral submission to determine, review, or apply appropriate guidelines, coding, member identification processes, provider selection processes, claim coding, including procedure, diagnosis and pre-coding requirements.
• Handles and processes Benefits claims submitted by healthcare providers, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strict adherence to policies and guidelines.
• Determines the eligibility and coverage of benefits for each claim based on the patient's insurance plan and policy guidelines and scope.
• Assesses claims for accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines, medical necessity, and documentation requirements.
• Documents claim information in the company system, assigning appropriate codes, modifiers, and other necessary data elements to ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and processing of claims.
• Communicates with healthcare providers, patients, or other stakeholders to resolve any discrepancies or issues related to claims.
• Develops and implements regular, timely feedback as well as the formal performance review process to ensure delivery of exceptional services and engagement, motivation, and team development.
• Analyzes claims data and generates reports to identify trends, patterns, or areas for improvement to help inform process enhancements, policy changes, or training needs within the claims processing department.

Requirements:

• Less than 1 year work experience
• Working knowledge of problem solving and decision making skills
• Experience in a production environment.
• Medical claim processing experience (preferred)
• Medical coding background (preferred)
• Experience with Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook (preferred)

Benefits:

• Affordable medical plan options
• 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions)
• Employee stock purchase plan
• No-cost programs including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation, weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedules
• Family leave
• Dependent care resources
• Colleague assistance programs
• Tuition assistance
• Retiree medical access