Medicaid Utilization Review Specialist

3 days ago


Boise, Idaho, United States State of Idaho Full time
Job Title: Medicaid Utilization Review Analyst

Are you passionate about ensuring the integrity of the Medicaid program? Do you have strong analytical and critical thinking skills? We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medicaid Utilization Review Analyst to join our team at the State of Idaho.

Job Summary:

The Medicaid Utilization Review Analyst will play a crucial role in protecting the Medicaid program from fraud, waste, and abuse. This position will conduct preliminary investigations by reviewing claims data and medical records, analyzing provider billing practices, and conducting provider and participant interviews. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to effectively communicate findings and provide program education to Medicaid providers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze claims data and reports to identify Medicaid provider and participant utilization patterns that may indicate program abuse.
  • Review claims data, medical records, and rules and regulations to ensure services were billed appropriately and in accordance with rules and regulations.
  • Conduct participant and provider telephone and in-person interviews to gather information on which to base decisions.
  • Conduct on-site reviews at provider locations, documenting evidence and findings.
  • Meet with Medicaid providers to discuss findings and provide program education.
  • Write reports and send notices of findings that are clear, concise, and legally defensible.
Requirements:
  • Good knowledge of medical terminology, medical diagnostic and procedural terms, common medical payment procedural codes used in Current Procedural Terminology Fourth Edition (CPT-4), and other nationally recognized coding references.
  • Good knowledge of data processing systems as used in program monitoring and management information processes.
  • Experience recognizing patterns of medical assistance billing that suggest fraud, abuse, over-utilization, child abuse, and claims processing problems.
  • Experience compiling, analyzing, and interpreting statistical data, and developing recommendations.
  • Experience conducting interviews to obtain facts for cases.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Some knowledge of in-depth interviewing techniques and procedures.
  • Experience working in Medicaid programs with demonstrated knowledge of Medicaid regulations and administrative requirements.
What We Offer:

The State of Idaho offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays, and a generous retirement plan. We also offer opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as a dynamic and supportive work environment.

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for ensuring the integrity of the Medicaid program, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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