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What we Offer:
Career Growth Opportunities
Benefit Eligibility (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life) the first of the month following 30 days of employment
401K (Discretionary matching funds available)
Generous PTO
8 Paid Holidays
Equipment Provided for Remote Roles
This is a remote, work-from-home position supporting the Akron, OH Billing Center*
JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW:
The Appeals Representative will review, organize, and monitor incoming payment denials, taking appropriate corrective action. The Analyst responds to carrier issues as needed and processes all appeals including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Shield, and Commercial carriers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor and review all payment denials as assigned in Enterprise Task Manager and process these claims in the time frame assigned within the system
Utilize the telephone and various carrier websites as research tools to expedite resolution for issues
Assembles and forwards documentation to appeal disputed claims through Waystar
Assist with research and development of appropriate denial procedures
Contacts carriers to inquire on claims that have been denied and appealed
Assembles and forwards appropriate documentation to the Senior Analyst for provider related issues
Review carrier manuals and websites and informs management of any new procedures implemented by the carrier that are impacting our claims
Reports any consistent errors found during claims review that may affect claims from being processed correctly
Consistently meet established completion times for projects and assignments
Consistently meet and maintain the QA (95% or better) and designated production standards per sub-team
Job Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous medical billing experience preferred with primary emphasis on denial research and appeal processing
Knowledge of Physician Billing Policies and Procedures across multiple states
Excellent communication skills both oral and written
Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, GE Centricity Business/ETM