Claims Manager

LSMA Management Inc; San Bernardino (CA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

LSMA Management Inc seeks a Claims Manager to oversee the daily operations of the Claims Department within the MSO, guiding Examiners and ensuring accurate, timely adjudication of professional and institutional claims.

The role focuses on monitoring inventory, production, and quality metrics, maintaining regulatory compliance with DMHC, CMS, and DHCS requirements, and supporting delegated managed care operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field.
• Experience with managed care claims processing and supervisory roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Claims Department to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor claims inventory, production, and quality metrics.
• Ensure adherence to turnaround times and regulatory requirements (DMHC, CMS, DHCS).
• Provide leadership to Claims Examiners and support audits.

Skills

Claims processing expertise

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Analytics

Communication skills

Excel / Microsoft Office

Policy documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Tools

EZ Cap

EPIC

CMS

DMHC

DHCS

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Claims Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, performance, and regulatory compliance of the Claims Department within the Managed Services Organization (MSO). This role provides leadership and supervision to Claims Examiners and ensures the accurate, timely, and compliant adjudication of professional and institutional claims in accordance with health plan contracts, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.

The Claims Manager monitors claims inventory, production, and quality metrics, ensures adherence to turnaround time standards, and supports operational efficiency and compliance with federal and California regulatory requirements, including Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) requirements where applicable.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring claims processing accuracy, maintaining provider satisfaction, protecting organizational financial integrity, and supporting delegated managed care operations.

Requirements

MINIMUM & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training

Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience

Minimum: At least five years of managed care claims processing experience. Two or more years of supervisory or leadership experience. Experience processing professional and institutional claims.

Preferred: Experience in MSO, IPA, or delegated managed care environment. Experience with Medicare, Medi-Cal, Commercial, and managed care claims. Experience with claims systems such as EZ Cap, EPIC, or similar platforms. Experience supporting regulatory and delegation audits.

Certification(s)

Preferred: Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of managed care claims processing and adjudication.
• Knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10, and UB-04 claim processing standards.
• Knowledge of DMHC, CMS, DHCS, and managed care regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership and staff supervision skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess workload and staffing requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and data integrity.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are represented by those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office or hybrid office environment and involves prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and data review. The role requires sustained concentration, analytical thinking, and attention to detail to ensure claims accuracy and regulatory compliance. Occasional lifting of materials up to approximately 10–20 pounds may be required. The position may require extended work hours or weekend work to meet operational and regulatory deadlines.

PAY RANGE

$87,360 - $97,760 / annually