Analyst, Appeals

Southcarolinablues; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health plans

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education Assistance

Service Recognition

National discounts

Job summary

Palmetto GBA is seeking an Appeals Nurse Reviewer to research complex appeal or retrospective review requests and determine medical necessity according to guidelines and regulations.

This full-time remote role (40 hours/week) operates Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET, with training of 8–12 weeks. After training you may start as early as 6:00 a.m. ET. RN license and strong clinical experience are required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a job-related field required.
• RN license active and unrestricted in the state of hire or compact license.
• 2 years clinical experience plus 1 year utilization/medical review, quality assurance, or home health, or 3 years clinical.
• Palmetto GBA CO. 033 requires 2 years clinical plus 2 years utilization/medical review etc.

Responsibilities

• Documents the basis of the appeal or retrospective review in a timely manner.
• Researches the substance of service appeals from member and provider documents.
• Defines precedence of issues in applying policies to clinical information.
• Completes special projects identifying quality of care issues.

Skills

Word processing

Independent worker

Managed care knowledge

Clinical experience

Criteria knowledge

Judgment

Communication skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Confidential handling

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

RN license (unrestricted, US)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

Researches the substance of complex appeal or retrospective review requests including pre-pay and post-payment review appeal requests. Provides thorough clinical review or benefit analysis to determine if the requested services meet medical necessity guidelines. Documents decisions within mandated timeframes and in compliance with applicable regulations or standards.

Logistics

Logistics: Palmetto GBA, one of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies. Location: This is a full-time position (40 hours per week), working Monday through Friday in a fully remote environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled within our normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Training will last approximately 8 to 12 weeks. After successfully completing training, you will have the option to begin your 8-hour shift as early as 6:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

What You’ll Do

Documents the basis of the appeal or retrospective review in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with applicable regulations or standards. Performs thorough research of the substance of service appeals by both member and provider based on clinical documentation, contractual requirements, governing agencies, policies and procedures, while adhering to confidentiality regulations regarding protected health information. Performs appeal and retrospective reviews demonstrating ability to define and determine precedence of pertinent issues in application of policies and procedures to clinical information and or application to benefit or policy provisions. Performs special projects including reviews of clinical information to identify quality of care issues.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following

• Required Education: Associate's in a job related field
• Degree Equivalency: Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing
• Required Work Experience: 2 years clinical experience plus 1 year utilization/medical review, quality assurance, or home health, OR, 3 years clinical.
• FOR PALMETTO GBA (CO. 033) ONLY: 2 years clinical experience plus 2 years utilization/medical review, quality assurance, or home health experience or a combination of experience in clinical, utilization/medical review, quality assurance or home health experience totaling four years.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of word processing software.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions.
• Working knowledge of managed care and various forms of health care delivery systems.
• Strong clinical experience to include home health, rehabilitation, and/or broad medical surgical experience.
• Knowledge of specific criteria/protocol sets and the use of the same.
• Good judgment skills.
• Demonstrated customer service, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others.
• Analytical or critical thinking skills.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

Required Software and Tools

• Microsoft Office.

Required License and Certificate

• An active, unrestricted RN license from the United States and in the state of hire, OR, active compact multistate unrestricted RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

We Prefer That You Have the Following

• 5 years of clinical experience
• Experience in medical claims processing, appeals, or coding strongly preferred
• Medicare Part B experience preferred
• Strong computer proficiency, with the ability to navigate multiple systems and work across dual screens efficiently
• Intermediate-level Excel skills
• Experience creating letters and documents by reviewing appeals and extracting information with a high degree of accuracy; updates departmental documents as needed.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Education Assistance
• Service Recognition
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans Welcome

BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We’ve found the dedication, work ethic and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more. Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson. If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty.