Senior Claim Benefit Specialist - Remote

CVS Pharmacy; Washington; Remote; USD 26,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Claims Adjudication Specialist to review and adjudicate complex medical claims in accordance with plan processing guidelines, acting as a subject matter expert and coaching others to resolve escalated issues.

This full-time role supports customer service operations, applies medical necessity guidelines, verifies eligibility, and identifies discrepancies to ensure accurate payments. Typical weekly hours: 40; pay range: $18.50–$42.35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of medical claim processing experience.
• Experience in high-volume, production-driven environments.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review pre-specified claims and those needing specialist adjudication.
• Apply medical necessity guidelines and verify eligibility.
• Identify discrepancies and implement cost-containment measures.
• Ensure payments align with policies and procedures.
• Train and mentor teammates to improve performance.

Skills

Medical claim processing

Attention to detail

Customer service

Coaching/mentoring

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree or equivalent

Job description

We’re building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselvesaccountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

Reviews and adjudicates complex, sensitive, and specialized medical claims in accordance with established plan processing guidelines. Functions as a subject matter expert by providing coaching, and offering guidance on escalated or technically challenging issues. Supports customer service operations by addressing inquiries and resolving issues to ensure a positive member experience.

Additional Responsibilities

• Reviews pre-specified claims and those that exceed specialist adjudication authority or processing expertise.
• Applies medical necessity guidelines, determines coverage, verifies eligibility, identifies discrepancies, and implements cost-containment measures to support accurate claim adjudication.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements and confirms that payments align with company policies and procedures.
• Identifies and reports potential overpayments, underpayments, and other claim irregularities.
• Performs claim rework calculations as needed.
• Trains and mentors as needed to enhance team performance and technical proficiency.
• Conducts outbound calls to obtain required information for claims or reconsideration requests.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 months of medical claim processing experience with a health insurance payor or third‑party administrator.
• Proven success working in a high-volume, production-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-Funding experience
• DG system knowledge

Education

• High School Diploma required
• Preferred Associates degree or equivalent work experience.

Anticipated Weekly Hours 40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$18.50 - $42.35

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

This job does not have an application deadline, as CVS Health accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.