Claims HMO - Claims Examiner 140-1008

JOB SUMMARY:

The Claims Examiner is responsible for examining claims that require review prior to being adjudicated.  The examiner will use their resources, knowledge and decision-making acumen to determine the appropriate actions to pay, deny or adjust the claim. Examiners are expected to meet performance expectations in accuracy and efficiency. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Examining and adjudicating claims that have pended for review utilizing resources, tools, knowledge and decision-making in determining appropriate actions.
• Identify claims requiring additional resources and route to the team lead, supervisor or other departments as needed.
• Enter claims information using the processing software to compute payments, allowable amounts, limitations, exclusions and denials.
• Identify and communicate trends or problems identified during adjudication process.
• Contribute to the creation of a pleasant working environment with peers and other departments.
• Assist in investigating and solving claims that require additional research.
• Consistently learn and adapt to changes related to claims processing, benefits, limits and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction.
• Ability to read and understand claims processing manuals, medical terminology, CPT codes, and perform basic processing procedures.
• Ability to read and understand health benefit booklets.
• Demonstrated learning agility.
• Successful completion of Health Care Sanctions background check.
• Knowledge in the contracted managed care plan terms and rates.
• General understanding of unbundling methods, COB, and other over-billing methodologies.
• Must have high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Two years related work experience in claims processing, claims data entry or medical billing OR  medical related education to meet minimum two years required.