Job title: Full Time Remote Application Analyst
Company: Cognizant
Job description: Are you ready for an exciting work-from-home Claims Examining position that will allow you to build on your existing skills? Then we want to talk to you!Cognizant helps companies modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world. As a leader in IT consulting, we are looking for dynamic Medical Claims Examiners for remote opportunities to review claim submissions, verify information, adjudicate the claim as per claim processing guidelines to ensure appropriate payment or denial as per the business requirements.Here is an overview of what a day in the life of our Claims Examiners looks like· Examining and entering basic claims for appropriateness of care and completeness of information in accordance with industry guidelines, ensuring all mandated government and state regulations are consistently met· Processing claims for multiple plans with automated and manual differences in benefits, as well as using the system and written documentation to determine the appropriate payment for a specific benefit· Approving, pending, or denying payment according to the accepted coverage guidelines· Follows all team procedures, including HIPAA policies and procedures, and meets team quality, turnaround time and efficiency performance standards and goals· Identifying and referring all claims with potential third party liability (i.e.,. subrogation, COB, MVA, stop loss claims, and potential stop loss files)· Maintaining internal customer relations by interacting with staff regarding claims issues and research, ensuring accurate and complete claim information, contacting insured or other involved parties for additional or missing information, and updating information to claim file with regard to claims status, questions or claim payments· Examiners may be asked to work overtime when the business need requiresDo you have these qualifications?Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.Experience: Minium of one to three years of Medicaid and or commercial claims payer processing experience.How about these technical proficiencies?· Comfortable working independently· Good interpersonal, time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills· Good oral/written communication and analytical skills· Comfortable in a high-performance environment that changes often· Experience in navigating multiple systems using dual monitors· Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT-4, ICD-9, ICD-10, HCPCS, ASA and UB92 Codes, and standard of billing guidelines required.· FACETS experience (highly preferred)· Medicaid knowledge (required)· Proficient in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, and OutlookWhat’s in it for you?We offer a competitive pay rate and excellent benefit package that includes healthcare insurance that, if chosen, goes into effect from day one of employment, generous paid holidays and PTO and many other benefits.Cognizant is consistently recognized for fostering an environment that celebrates diversity. For the second time, Cognizant has been named to the Forbes list of Best Employers for Diversity, based on survey responses from its employees. Embracing the diversity of our communities, we welcome everyone, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, etc.Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or any time in the future.Hourly Rate and Other Compensation:The hourly rate for this position is between $16.88– $19.62 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical/Dental/Vision/Life InsurancePaid holidays plus Paid Time Off401(k) plan and contributionsLong-term/Short-term DisabilityPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Stock Purchase PlanWe are accepting applications through October 20, 2024.Disclaimer: The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Expected salary: $16.88 – 19.62 per hour
Location: Earth City, MO
Job date: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 22:23:18 GMT
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