Appeals Analyst

Summary
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but we've been part of the national landscape for more than seven decades, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies, allowing us to build on various business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team

Description

Position Purpose: Researches the substance of complex appeal or retrospective review requests including pre-pay and post-payment review appeal requests. Provides thorough clinical review or benefit analysis to determine if the requested services meet medical necessity guidelines. Documents decisions within mandated timeframes and in compliance with applicable regulations or standards.

Logistics: Palmetto GBA – one of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.

Location: This is a full-time, remote (40-hours/week) working an 8hr shift Monday-Friday within the hours of 8:00am-5:00pm.

Sponsorship : This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

What You'll Do:

• Documents the basis of the appeal or retrospective review in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with applicable regulations or standards.
• Performs thorough research of the substance of service appeals by both member and provider based on clinical documentation, contractual requirements, governing agencies, policies and procedures, while adhering to confidentiality regulations regarding protected health information.
• Performs appeal and retrospective reviews demonstrating ability to define and determine precedence of pertinent issues in application of policies and procedures to clinical information and or application to benefit or policy provisions.
• Performs special projects including reviews of clinical information to identify quality of care issues.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

• Required Education: Associate's in a job related field
  • Degree Equivalency : Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing
• Required Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of word processing software. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions. Working knowledge of managed care and various forms of health care delivery systems. Strong clinical experience to include home health, rehabilitation, and/or broad medical surgical experience. Knowledge of specific criteria/protocol sets and the use of the same. Good judgment skills. Demonstrated customer service, organizational, oral and written communication skills. Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office.
• Required License and Certificate: An active, unrestricted RN license from the United States and in the state of hire, OR, active compact multistate unrestricted RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

What We Prefer:

• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree- Nursing.
• Preferred Work Experience: 3 years-utilization/medical review, quality assurance, or home health, plus 5 years clinical.
• Preferred Skills and Abilities: Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) process. Knowledge of statistical principles. Knowledge of National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCAG). Knowledge of Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC). Knowledge of South Carolina Department of Insurance (SCDOI). Knowledge of US DOL and Health Insurance Portability/Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards/regulations. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of claims systems. Presentation skills.