Claims Adjustment Specialist I
New York, New York
Employer: NYC Health Hospitals
Industry: CLAIMS
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
MetroPlusHealth provides the highest quality healthcare services to residents of Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island through a comprehensive list of products, including, but not limited to, New York State Medicaid Managed Care, Medicare, Child Health Plus, Exchange, Partnership in Care, MetroPlus Gold, Essential Plan, etc. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest public health system in the United States, MetroPlusHealth network includes over 27,000 primary care providers, specialists and participating clinics. For more than 30 years, MetroPlus has been committed to building strong relationships with its members and providers to enable New Yorkers to live their healthiest life.
Position Overview
Empower. Unite. Care.
MetroPlusHealth is committed to empowering New Yorkers by uniting communities through care. We believe that Health care is a right, not a privilege. If you have compassion and a collaborative spirit, work with us. You can come to work being proud of what you do every day.
As a Claims Adjustment Specialist I, the incumbent will be responsible for analyzing standard to complex post-paid healthcare claims that require in depth research to determine accuracy and/or mitigate payment errors.
The Claims Adjustment Specialist I is responsible for adjusting medical claims that result in over/underpayments due to claim processing system issues, contract/amendment updates, processing errors, or other issues. This position will be responsible for responding to inquiries from providers whose claims may be paid incorrectly and performing accurate data input and maintaining accurate records and files.
Job Description
• Review medical claims adjustment requests along with related documentation to determine payment accuracy and adjust/adjudicate as needed using multiple systems and platforms.
• Ensure that the proper payment guidelines are applied to each claim by using the appropriate tools, processes, and procedures (e.g., claims processing P&P's, grievance procedures, state mandates, CMS/Medicare/Medicaid guidelines, benefit plans, etc.)
• Review claims that may have paid incorrectly and communicate findings for adjustment; Adjust claims based on findings (i.e., correct coding, rates of reimbursement, authorizations, contracted amounts etc.) ensuring that all relevant information is considered.
• Advise business partners of findings outcome if their input is needed to help fix the issue.
• Communicate through correspondence with providers regarding claim payment or additional required information in a clear and concise manner.
• Facilitate the adjustment of claims in a timely manner, according to established timelines.
• Remain current with changes/updates in claims processing, as well as updates to coding systems.
• Maintain accurate records of all claims processed, including notes on actions taken.
• Generate reports on claim activity as requested.
• Respond to audits of claims processed.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Associate degree preferred. High School Degree or evidence of having passed a High School Equivalency Program required.
• Minimum 2 years of claims operations experience in a healthcare field, with knowledge of integrated claims processing required.
Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, ICD-10, and Revenue Codes
Additional Qualification.
• Processing of Medical Claim Forms (HCFA, UB04)
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Knowledge of HIPPA Guidelines regarding Protected Health Information
• Data Entry of Provider Claim/Billing information
• Handling of/or familiarity with Medical Claim inquiries from provider sites personnel including physicians, clinical staff, and site administrators.
Licensure and/or Certification Required
• None
Professional Competencies
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus
• Functional/Technical skills
• Written/Oral Communication
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Position Overview
Empower. Unite. Care.
MetroPlusHealth is committed to empowering New Yorkers by uniting communities through care. We believe that Health care is a right, not a privilege. If you have compassion and a collaborative spirit, work with us. You can come to work being proud of what you do every day.
As a Claims Adjustment Specialist I, the incumbent will be responsible for analyzing standard to complex post-paid healthcare claims that require in depth research to determine accuracy and/or mitigate payment errors.
The Claims Adjustment Specialist I is responsible for adjusting medical claims that result in over/underpayments due to claim processing system issues, contract/amendment updates, processing errors, or other issues. This position will be responsible for responding to inquiries from providers whose claims may be paid incorrectly and performing accurate data input and maintaining accurate records and files.
Job Description
• Review medical claims adjustment requests along with related documentation to determine payment accuracy and adjust/adjudicate as needed using multiple systems and platforms.
• Ensure that the proper payment guidelines are applied to each claim by using the appropriate tools, processes, and procedures (e.g., claims processing P&P's, grievance procedures, state mandates, CMS/Medicare/Medicaid guidelines, benefit plans, etc.)
• Review claims that may have paid incorrectly and communicate findings for adjustment; Adjust claims based on findings (i.e., correct coding, rates of reimbursement, authorizations, contracted amounts etc.) ensuring that all relevant information is considered.
• Advise business partners of findings outcome if their input is needed to help fix the issue.
• Communicate through correspondence with providers regarding claim payment or additional required information in a clear and concise manner.
• Facilitate the adjustment of claims in a timely manner, according to established timelines.
• Remain current with changes/updates in claims processing, as well as updates to coding systems.
• Maintain accurate records of all claims processed, including notes on actions taken.
• Generate reports on claim activity as requested.
• Respond to audits of claims processed.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Associate degree preferred. High School Degree or evidence of having passed a High School Equivalency Program required.
• Minimum 2 years of claims operations experience in a healthcare field, with knowledge of integrated claims processing required.
Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, ICD-10, and Revenue Codes
Additional Qualification.
• Processing of Medical Claim Forms (HCFA, UB04)
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Knowledge of HIPPA Guidelines regarding Protected Health Information
• Data Entry of Provider Claim/Billing information
• Handling of/or familiarity with Medical Claim inquiries from provider sites personnel including physicians, clinical staff, and site administrators.
Licensure and/or Certification Required
• None
Professional Competencies
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus
• Functional/Technical skills
• Written/Oral Communication
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Created: 2024-09-27
Reference: 109361
Country: United States
State: New York
City: New York
ZIP: 10036
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