Appeals Coordinator

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Coordinate the internal appeals and grievances process by supporting entry of requests in a meaningful and timely manner. Provide support as needed for the completion of appeals and grievances. Communicate information about appeals and grievances processes and outcomes to members and providers verbally and/or in writing. Support member and provider experience.
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* Essential Responsibilities:

*** Oversee and coordinate all Appeal activities ensuring response deadlines are met in accordance with applicable best practice, state and federal guidelines.
* Draft and provide acknowledgements by applicable method, to inquiries and appeals as required by regulations, Pacific Source policy and department process standards.
* Ensure accurate and complete entry of case specific information into the Health Management Platform.
* Review original adverse benefit determination and provide information in the case to inform further process.
* Prepare and provide response and resolution by applicable method to inquiries and appeals as required by regulations, Pacific Source policy and department process standards.
* Collaborate with team members to manage the timeliness of cases.
* Identify needs of the case spanning Commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare plans based on applicable state, federal, and NCQA guidelines.
** Supporting Responsibilities:
*** Assist the Appeals and Grievances Support team in the entry of new appeals and grievances into the system.
* Meet department and company performance and attendance expectations.
* Follow the Pacific Source privacy policy and HIPAA laws and regulations concerning confidentiality and security of protected health information.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
** SUCCESS PROFILE
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* Work Experience:

** Minimum of two years customer service, claims processing or health insurance industry experience required. 1 year of technical writing and conflict resolution experience preferred.
** Education, Certificates, Licenses:
** High School Diploma required;
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
** Knowledge:
** Requires strong research, analytical and data entry skills. Experience using Facets, Onbase, and other software packages used by Pacific Source is strongly preferred. Must have basic math skills, the ability to work under strict deadlines, and excellent organizational skills.
** Competencies
* * Adaptability Building Customer Loyalty Building Strategic Work Relationships Building Trust Continuous Improvement Contributing to Team Success Planning and Organizing Work Standards
** Environment:
** Work inside in a general office setting with ergonomically configured equipment. Travel is required approximately 5% of the time.
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* Skills:

** Accountability, Collaboration, Communication (written/verbal), Flexibility, Listening (active), Organizational skills/Planning and Organization, Problem Solving, Teamwork
** Compensation Disclaimer
** The wage range provided reflects the full range for this position. The maximum amount listed represents the highest possible salary for the role and should not be interpreted as a typical starting wage. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, and internal equity. Please note that the…