Field Reimbursement Specialist

AngioDynamics•Latham, NY

15d

About The Position

JOIN A TEAM COMMITTED TO IMPROVING PATIENT CARE It takes a team of talented people to become one of the world’s leading providers of innovative medical devices. AngioDynamics is dedicated to improving patient outcomes by focusing on the development of disruptive and differentiated technologies that address unmet patient needs and supporting professional healthcare providers around the world in the delivery of high-quality patient care. We accomplish this through: A Commitment to the Highest Standards of Quality Relentless Innovation Operational Excellence Our employees receive the highest level of training and endeavor to be the best and the brightest in the medical device industry. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit plan that supports the overall health and wellness needs of our employees and their families. JOB SUMMARY – To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The Field Reimbursement Specialist is a field-based position that provides reimbursement education and support for customers that utilize AngioDynamics products. Customers may include Healthcare Providers (HCPs) within offices, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs), and other appropriate site-of-care facilities. The Field Reimbursement Specialist will work closely with internal/external business partners including HCPs, billing and coding staff and other professionals involved in securing appropriate Access & Reimbursement for AngioDynamics’ products.

Requirements

Bachelors Level of Degree in the math, economic, finance, nursing field of study. Master’s Degree preferred
Equivalent work-related experience acceptable in lieu of degree - yes
3 years of demonstrated experience in reimbursement, managed care sales/marketing or related field
5 years of demonstrated experience in the healthcare industry, preferably in medical devices
Medical Coding experience preferred
Must be able to work directly with hospitals on payer specific issues
Basic knowledge of compliance aspects relative to industry and reimbursement policy
Requires knowledge of medical benefit plan design (Commercial, Medicare, Managed Care)
Ability to lead or facilitate live training/education, and successfully manage high impact relationships and projects
Highly developed time management skills with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities with a high degree of initiative required
Well-developed analytical, problem solving, and influencing skills, appropriately balanced with strong interpersonal and teaming skills
Proficient in the following computer software applications: Microsoft Software
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to effectively communication both internally and externally.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance to sites regarding current information for claims submission, best practices sharing for prior authorization and appeals, scheduling tips, understanding of reimbursement and market landscape
Communicate the economic value of the products and reimbursement process
Serve as liaison with providers with payers where appropriate, using approved materials
Patient Support: Respond to inquiries, provide educational materials, and collect intake information
Referral Coordination: Verify patient requests, maintain physician databases, and facilitates referrals to appropriate physicians
Conduct post-referral check-ins, address concerns, and collect feedback to improve processes
Educate and support referring physician offices, hospitals and clinics with best practice sharing for prior authorizations and appeals
Develop and maintain relationships with key customers
Identify and support customers to assist in outreach to payers
Perform quarterly reviews with assigned customers to provide ongoing support and uncover payer issues
Coordinate with reimbursement support line consultants where appropriate, to provide updates, guidance, and address challenges with reimbursement as reported by users
Provide regular status reports and tracking of customer education/interaction and results
Collaborate with other functional areas to ensure regional customer reimbursement support
Complete other projects as determined through discussion and planning with Management of HealthCare Economics
May perform other duties as assigned