Facility Credentialing Specialist - Remote in Tennessee
About The Position
American Health Plans, a division of Franklin, Tennessee-based American Health Partners Inc. owns and operates Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) for seniors who reside in long-term care facilities. In partnership with nursing home operators, these Medicare Advantage plans manage medical risk by improving patient care to reduce emergency room visits and avoidable hospitalizations. This division currently operates in Tennessee, Georgia, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Utah, Texas, Mississippi, Iowa, Idaho, Louisiana, and Indiana with planned expansion into other states in 2025. For more information, visit AmHealthPlans.com . If you would like to be part of a collaborative, supportive and caring team, we look forward to receiving your application!
Requirements
- Must be fluent in all provider types
- Must be able to accept instructions and work independently in the completions of goals and assignments
- Proficient computer skills
- Must be self-motivated, dependable, team and goal-oriented
- Ability to accurately enter data into information system as instructed
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task workload
- Be efficient, effective and assertive in both written and spoken communications
- Handle multiple priorities effectively
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience in the healthcare field required
- Prior credentialing experience required
Nice To Haves
- Post-secondary education preferred
- Prior experience in network services data management preferred
- Prior experience with Medicare Advantage plans preferred
Responsibilities
- Although this position can assist with provider credentialing, the main focus for this position will be Facility Credentialing.
- Must be able to review and verify credentials, i.e. licenses, certifications, etc., in a timely manner
- Make sure organizations are compliant with regulatory requirements.
- Maintain and load provider credentialing information received via contracts, roster updates and/or applications into the system
- Review data for accuracy, correct errors as needed
- Keep current on NCQA Standards and/or industry-specific regulations
- Contact providers in a timely manner to obtain missing and/or incorrect documentation: follow up as necessary
- Participate on calls with network services staff to assist with troubleshooting
- Assist with the facilitation of the Credentialing Committee approval and denial notification process (i.e. welcome and denial letters)
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision insurance options
- Generous paid time-off program and paid holidays for full time staff
- TeleDoc 24/7/365 access to doctors
- Optional short- and long-term disability plans
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- 401K retirement accounts with company match
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
