Claims Examiner-Product

Position Summary

Determining the proper payment (if any) of medical claims by group health plans, based upon specific knowledge and application of each client’s customized plan(s).

• Independently review and analyze health care claims for:
  1) reasonableness of cost;
  2) medically unnecessary treatment by physicians and hospitals; and
  3) fraud.
• Determine whether a health plan provides benefits in connection with the claim submitted and the level of benefits to be paid to the provider.
• Contact providers to negotiate discounts.
• Log claims negotiated in Access database and create weekly summary reports.
• Review and understand the terms and conditions of each clients’ customized plans.
• Understand and comply with all applicable privacy and security laws, including but not limited to HIPAA, HITECH and any regulations promulgated thereto.
• Request, review and analyze any physician notes, hospital records or police reports.
• Consult with other entities who can offer additional evaluation of a claim.
• Process claims in the Qic Link System.
• Review, analyze and add applicable notes to the Qic Link System.
• Document all information gathered in available systems as needed, including the Qic Link System and
• Review billed procedure and diagnosis codes on claims for billing irregularities.
• Analyze claims for billing inconsistencies.
• Review and analyze specific procedure and diagnosis codes for medical necessity.
• Authorize payment, partial payment or denial of claim based upon individual investigation and analysis.
• Review Suspended Claim Reports and follow up on open issues.
• Assist and support other team members as needed and when requested.
• Attend continuing education classes as required, including but not limited to HIPAA training.
• Other duties as assigned.

• All applicants must have strong analytical skills and knowledge of computer systems and CPT and ICD-9 coding terminology. Continuing education in all areas affecting group health and welfare plans is required.

• Job Knowledge
• Time Management
• Accountability
• Communication
• Initiative
• Customer Focus

• Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of medical claims analysis experience (including dental and vision claims analysis).

• High School Diploma, College and Advanced Degrees Preferred.

Ability to work with computer-based programs for extended periods of time.

Remote. Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100

Mbps download/25

Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Compensation is not limited to base salary. Allied values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive Benefit Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and a Technology Stipend.

Allied reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise, pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to the position you understand that the specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualification and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.