Examiner, I Claims

AltaMed Health Services Corpover 1 year ago
United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Grow Healthy – If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference in our communities. As an integral part of a community clinic that raises expectations for quality care, you will be pivotal in ensuring accurate claims processing.

Compensation: $24.00 - $28.15 hourly. Actual salary offers are based on budget, experience, skills, education, licensure, certifications, and other business considerations. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze and adjudicate medical claims as they relate to managed care.
  • Perform payment reconciliations and/or adjustments related to retroactive contract rate and fee schedule changes.
  • Resolve claims payment issues as presented through the Provider Dispute Resolution (PDR) process or from claims incidents/inquiries.
  • Identify root causes of claims payment errors and report them to Management.
  • Respond to provider inquiries and calls related to claims payments.
  • Collaborate with other departments and/or providers to successfully resolve claims-related issues.

Required Qualifications

  • HS Diploma or GED.
  • Some knowledge of Medi-Cal regulations.
  • Some knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Ability to read and interpret DOFRs and Contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preferred knowledge of Medicare and Commercial rules and regulations.
  • Understanding of how to read a CMS-1500 and UB-04 form.
  • Strong organizational and mathematical skills.
  • Ability to multi-task effectively.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Flexible Spending
  • Career Advancement & Development opportunities
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Paid CME Days
  • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Corporate Employee Discounts
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Pet Care Insurance

Required Skills

Retroactive Contract Rate Adjustments
Understanding of CMS-1500 and UB-04 Forms
Medical Terminology
Organizational Skills
Payment Reconciliations
Adjudication of Claims
Multi-tasking
Mathematical Skills
Provider Dispute Resolution
Medi-Cal Regulations
Medical Claims Analysis
Effective Communication