Medical Review Specialist- REMOTE (EST/ CST zone)

MEDLOGIX, LLC•Southfield, MI

1d•Remote

About The Position

The incumbent reviews medical bills utilizing professional knowledge and clinical experience to determine relationship of services billed to the covered injury; applies appropriate review guidelines, assesses appropriate use of medical coding; identifies over-utilization of treatment and makes appropriate reimbursement recommendations. The incumbent is also responsible for the quality timeliness and customer service for assigned accounts.

Requirements

1+ years E&M Experience required
Ability to apply clinical knowledge and/or coding expertise in bill review
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English well
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
Possess strong verbal and interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task
Possess problems solving skills
Ability to sit for long periods at a computer terminal keyboarding
PC skills – required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products – required
Ability to operate standard office equipment including telephone
Initiative, drive, creativity and persistence
Good organizational skills
Highest professional ethics
Ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional Coder
1+ years medical coding experience – CPT, ICD-10
1+ years’ experience in Medical Bill Repricing
Medicare knowledge

Responsibilities

Reviews medical bills and documentation according to guidelines and RW policies and procedures.
Determines if treatment is related and necessary to the covered injury.
Advises reimbursement recommendations are appropriate.
Provides customer service to adjusters, providers, and claimants regarding bill review.
Assesses appropriateness and duration of care provided, for possible utilization review.
Recommends independent medical evaluations (IME) to adjusters when necessary.
Act as a resource to other staff members to facilitate completion of a quality product.
Uses appropriate reference material as necessary to perform professional review.
Meets company productivity standards.
Meets company quality standards.