Appeals Analyst

Highmark Health; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented individual to handle grievances and appeals. This role involves reviewing inquiries, documenting findings, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of processing systems. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving processes and enhancing member experiences. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in the area of specialization required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Review inquiries to determine if they meet the definition of appeal/grievance.
• Coordinate resolution results and relay investigative results with all involved parties.
• Participate in workgroup meetings to address trends in appeals and grievances.

Skills

Knowledge of multiple processing systems and workflows

Knowledge of claims processing methodologies

Ability to interpret all government regulations

Knowledge of company products

Excellent organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company : Highmark Inc.Job Description :

JOB SUMMARY

This job reviews inquiries to determine if they meet the definition of a grievance/appeal; documents, investigates, refers and coordinates grievances and appeals; initiates a case file for each grievance and appeal; ensures compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements for member or provider issues; independently coordinates the resolution with internal/external parties as required; and documents and summarizes to all parties involved in the case the investigation results.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review inquiries to determine if they meet definition of appeal/grievance.
• Request and review all related relevant documentation and assemble case file.
• Coordinate resolution results and relay investigative results with all involved parties.
• Participate in workgroup meetings to address trends in appeals and grievances and to work on process improvement initiatives with cross functional teams to reduce trends.
• May support the Quality Assurance, Appeal and other quality committees.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

Substitutions

• None

Preferred

• None

EXPERIENCE

Required

• 3-5 years of relevant, progressive experience in the area of specialization. Exempted experience requirements effective August 2016.

Preferred

• Experience in Customer Service or a related field

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• None

Preferred

• None

SKILLS

• Knowledge of multiple processing systems and workflows
• Knowledge of claims processing methodologies
• Ability to interpret all government regulations
• Knowledge of company products
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Languages (Other than English)

None

Travel Requirement

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office-based

Teaches / trains others regularly

Occasionally

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Occasionally

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

Yes

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Occasionally

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum: $21.53

Pay Range Maximum: $32.30

Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

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