Claims Processor - Highmark Health
Harrisburg, PA
About the Job
Company :
Highmark Inc.
Job Description :
JOB SUMMARY
This job is responsible for screening, reviewing, evaluating online entry, correcting errors and/or performing quality control review and final adjudication of paper/electronic claims. Determines whether to return, deny or pay claims following organizational policies and procedures. Reviews processed claims and inquiries to determine corrective action including adjusting claims as necessary and takes the corrective action steps using enrollment, benefit and historical claim processing information; may coordinate benefits and interact with customers. Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of claims adjustments which could be a result of internal/external audits, member/provider phone calls, other insurance information received, appeals, and system changes, etc.; provides technical assistance in researching and resolving inquiries.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Receives and processes claims to include entering/verifying claims data; determines if claim information is complete and correct.
+ Resolves claim edits, reviews history records and determines benefit eligibility for service. Reviews payment levels to arrive at final payment determination.
+ Elevates issues to next level of supervision as appropriate and ensures a professional line of communication is maintained with internal and external customers.
+ Meets all production and quality standards, ensuring timeliness and accuracy of all work given by support staff/management. Maintains accurate records, including timekeeping records and attends all required training classes.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATION
Required
+ High School Diploma/GED
Substitutions
+ None
Preferred
+ None
EXPERIENCE
Required
+ 1 year of related experience
Preferred
+ 1 year of claims processing experience
+ Inquiry resolution system, OCWA, Oscar, Outlook experience
LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS
Required
+ None
Preferred
+ None
SKILLS
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to take direction and to navigate through multiple systems simultaneously.
+ Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing and managing files and records.
+ Ability to use mathematics to adjudicate claims.
+ Ability to solve problems within pre-defined methods and guidelines.
+ Knowledge of operating systems specific to claim processing.
+ Ability to review claims and analyze critical data.
+ Reading benefits, investigating edits and making benefit determinations as required in adjusting and adjudicating most types of claims.
+ Researches and finalizes claims, adjustments, inquiries and reports as required.
Language (Other than English):
None
Travel Requirement:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Never
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Never
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
_Disclaimer:_ _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
_Compliance Requirement_ _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Pay Range Minimum:
$19.01
Pay Range Maximum:
$23.72
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf_ )
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J250268
Highmark Inc.
Job Description :
JOB SUMMARY
This job is responsible for screening, reviewing, evaluating online entry, correcting errors and/or performing quality control review and final adjudication of paper/electronic claims. Determines whether to return, deny or pay claims following organizational policies and procedures. Reviews processed claims and inquiries to determine corrective action including adjusting claims as necessary and takes the corrective action steps using enrollment, benefit and historical claim processing information; may coordinate benefits and interact with customers. Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of claims adjustments which could be a result of internal/external audits, member/provider phone calls, other insurance information received, appeals, and system changes, etc.; provides technical assistance in researching and resolving inquiries.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Receives and processes claims to include entering/verifying claims data; determines if claim information is complete and correct.
+ Resolves claim edits, reviews history records and determines benefit eligibility for service. Reviews payment levels to arrive at final payment determination.
+ Elevates issues to next level of supervision as appropriate and ensures a professional line of communication is maintained with internal and external customers.
+ Meets all production and quality standards, ensuring timeliness and accuracy of all work given by support staff/management. Maintains accurate records, including timekeeping records and attends all required training classes.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATION
Required
+ High School Diploma/GED
Substitutions
+ None
Preferred
+ None
EXPERIENCE
Required
+ 1 year of related experience
Preferred
+ 1 year of claims processing experience
+ Inquiry resolution system, OCWA, Oscar, Outlook experience
LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS
Required
+ None
Preferred
+ None
SKILLS
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to take direction and to navigate through multiple systems simultaneously.
+ Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing and managing files and records.
+ Ability to use mathematics to adjudicate claims.
+ Ability to solve problems within pre-defined methods and guidelines.
+ Knowledge of operating systems specific to claim processing.
+ Ability to review claims and analyze critical data.
+ Reading benefits, investigating edits and making benefit determinations as required in adjusting and adjudicating most types of claims.
+ Researches and finalizes claims, adjustments, inquiries and reports as required.
Language (Other than English):
None
Travel Requirement:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Never
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Never
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
_Disclaimer:_ _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
_Compliance Requirement_ _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Pay Range Minimum:
$19.01
Pay Range Maximum:
$23.72
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf_ )
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J250268
Source : Highmark Health