Claims Resolution Specialist

Magellan Health

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About The Position

This position is responsible for accurate and timely research of all claim dispute types, timely processing of adjustments and acts as liaison between members, providers and internal claims departments. If a recalculation is warranted and modification to the payment amount is determined to be required, acting within established parameters, this role makes the appropriate payment adjustment into the claims system. Must complete duties with a high level of detailed quality and professionalism. Assists with claim dispute resolution through research and facilitating the resolution of the problem within contractual timeframes. Acts as a troubleshooter to resolve claim processing problems among internal departments, including authorization issues. Completes data entry for tracking and reporting of claim disputes. Adjudicates claims and adjustments. Assists in providing daily guidance for associates to obtain optimal results. Ensures documentation is entered into the appropriate system to ensure all pertinent information is recorded both for ease of resolution by the Claims Department and service continuation for the customer. Processes adjustments to include tracking and trending performance of root cause analysis. Updates members and providers with the disposition of payment as appropriate. Identifies system/benefit errors completing protocols and workflows to prevent future errors. Handles all types of requests, inquiries and complaints accurately and timely. Provides re-enforcement training for new and existing associates as needed. Responds to written correspondence and phone inquiries from internal customers. Assists with handling internal routes (i.e. rates, provider membership issues). Seeks, gathers and analyzes relevant data to address problems effectively. Assists with claim dispute resolution through research and facilitating the resolution of the problem within contractual timeframes. The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.

Requirements

• Ability to review and interpret contract/account information to successfully resolve issues regarding claim disputes.
• Demonstrated ability for problem solving, meeting deadlines, showing initiative and follow-through.
• Must be a proficient typist.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Product Suite, specifically Excel.
• Ability to simultaneously maneuver through various computer claims and eligibility platforms while verifying information while on the telephone.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate professional call handling skills while under stress.
• Customer service oriented and a team player.
• Must maintain member and provider confidentiality at all times.
• Must be flexible in scheduling, be punctual and maintain good attendance.
• Understanding of customer service performance metrics (ASA, abandonment rate, talk time).
• Comfortable adapting to change.
• Claims, Customer Service Work Experience - Required

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual
• Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely research of all claim dispute types
• Timely processing of adjustments
• Acts as liaison between members, providers and internal claims departments
• Makes appropriate payment adjustment into the claims system
• Assists with claim dispute resolution through research and facilitating the resolution of the problem within contractual timeframes
• Acts as a troubleshooter to resolve claim processing problems among internal departments, including authorization issues
• Completes data entry for tracking and reporting of claim disputes
• Adjudicates claims and adjustments
• Assists in providing daily guidance for associates to obtain optimal results
• Ensures documentation is entered into the appropriate system to ensure all pertinent information is recorded both for ease of resolution by the Claims Department and service continuation for the customer
• Processes adjustments to include tracking and trending performance of root cause analysis
• Updates members and providers with the disposition of payment as appropriate
• Identifies system/benefit errors completing protocols and workflows to prevent future errors
• Handles all types of requests, inquiries and complaints accurately and timely
• Provides re-enforcement training for new and existing associates as needed
• Responds to written correspondence and phone inquiries from internal customers
• Assists with handling internal routes (i.e. rates, provider membership issues)
• Seeks, gathers and analyzes relevant data to address problems effectively

Benefits

• Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level