Temporary Claims Processor II

Overview

This position is a temporary role facilitated through one of our contracted agencies and is not a direct employment opportunity with IEHP. The contracted agency offers an assignment length of up to six months, during which the candidate will provide support for IEHP.

What you can expect!

Find joy in serving others with IEHP! We welcome you to join us in "healing and inspiring the human spirit" and to pivot from a "job" opportunity to an authentic experience!

Under the direction of the Claims Production Manager and Supervisor, the Claims Processor Level II will be processing outpatient professional and institutional claims. This includes but is not limited to; lab, radiology, ambulance, behavior health, outpatient COB, dialysis, oncology/chemo, hospital exclusions etc., in an accurate and expedient manner.

Commitment to Quality: The IEHP Team is committed to incorporate IEHP's Quality Program goals including, but not limited to, HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for non-delegated provider claims verification and adjudication.

Adjudicate all professional and outpatient claims including COB, denials, and reduction in service notifications.

Meet Regulatory Compliance Regulations on turnaround times and claim payments.

Read and interpret Medi-Cal/Medicare Fee Schedules.

Must be able to make a sound determination if claim is eligible for payment or denial.

Interface with other IEHP Departments, when necessary, regarding claims issues.

Participate in Claims Department staff meetings, and other activities as needed.

Responsible for meeting the performance measurement standards for productivity and accuracy.

Any other duties as required to ensure the Health Plan operations are successful.

Qualifications

Education & Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years of experience adjudicating outpatient professional and/or institutional claims preferably in an HMO or Managed Care setting

Processing of Medicare, Medi-Cal, or Commercial claims required

Proficient in rate applications for Medi-Cal and/or Medicare pricers

High school diploma or GED required Key Qualifications

ICD-9 and CPT coding and general practices of claims processing

Prefer knowledge of capitated managed care environment

Microcomputer skills, proficiency in Windows applications preferred

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Must be computer literate, maintain good attendance, and have the right attitude and discipline to work from home

Data entry involving computer keyboard and screens, filing, and copying of records and/or correspondence

Position is eligible for telecommuting/remote work location upon completing the necessary steps and receiving HR approval. All IEHP positions approved for telecommute or hybrid work locations may periodically be required to report to IEHP's main campus for mandatory in-person meetings or for other business needs as determined by IEHP leadership

Work Model Location

Telecommute

Pay Range

USD $23.98 - USD $23.98 /Hr.