Claims Specialist I

Arkansas Blue Cross•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Claims Specialist resolves medical claims that are not automatically adjudicated by the claims processing system in a timely and accurate manner according to divisional standards of quality and productivity. Resolution may include additional investigation or communication in order to obtain necessary information to complete the claim. Outside issues such as peak filing season, systems down time, inclement weather, holidays, and absenteeism may directly affect the volume of work for each Specialist

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum two (2) years' college coursework (48 semester hours) or other equivalent certification with an emphasis in anatomy, medical terminology, math, biology, or a related field. OR minimum one (1) year of related office experience such as claims processing, health insurance, or medical office.
Must pass company proficiency test: Claims Assessment
Oral & Written Communications
Strong Interpersonal skills
Sound Judgement
Decision Making
Detail-Oriented
Teamwork
Dependability
Clinical Judgment
Computer Work
Critical Thinking
Customer Service
Decision Making
Evaluating Information
Interpersonal Communication
Oral Communications
Organizing
Process Information
Reading Comprehension
Researching
Time Management

Responsibilities

Claims Processing: Claims processing involves the actions required to pay or deny pended claims (those which did not auto-adjudicate), including: entering data into the system; reviewing and interpreting contract benefits; conducting edit and audit resolution; determining benefit eligibility; Identifying and researching processing issues through systems and manuals; routing claims to other areas; consulting internal staff and medical providers; generating correspondence; and completing forms to obtain necessary information
Knowledge/Continuous Learning: In order to perform the actions required of the Claim Specialist job, the incumbent must undergo initial training, on-the-job training, and continuing education. Demonstrating knowledge of and possessing the ability to access all relevant computer systems and screens in order to process claims accurately; staying current with continually changing processing procedures, benefits, and system modifications; being knowledgeable of and able to meet corporate and national (MTM) standards while maintaining acceptable performance levels based on established departmental standards for productivity and quality; and showing familiarity with corporate and professional manuals and guidebooks, including the company processing manual and ICD, CPT, and HCPS codebooks
Other duties: As assigned

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