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Provider Network Data Maintenance Assistant

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The Provider Network Data Maintenance Assistant is responsible for overseeing the provider network database across Commercial and Government lines of business. This role entails maintaining database integrity, generating reports, and leading improvement initiatives. Compliance with HEDIS and NCQA standards is crucial, as is managing data elements for Groups, Providers, and Facilities across all serviced states. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the efficiency and quality of our provider network database.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Accurately enter and update provider demographic, credentialing, and contract information to maintain current and precise records in the system.
• Ensure the addition of accurate contract rows to facilitate proper claims payments and avoid discrepancies.
• Verify and confirm licensure, Medicare, and Medicaid eligibility using compliance-approved tools to meet regulatory standards.
• Assist in the maintenance and updating of provider directories, ensuring all information remains current and reliable.
• Manage and oversee the provider network data maintenance email queue, ensuring timely responses and updates to provider information as required.
• Participate in and contribute to data quality initiatives by performing thorough audits and promptly reporting discrepancies to senior team members.
• Review and process claims within the Facets system, ensuring they are correctly attached to the appropriate Practitioner, Facility, and / or Group records.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Provider Network Maintenance team, including organizing files, preparing detailed reports, and scheduling meetings.
• Collaborate closely with and learn from senior team members to gain expertise in data management and provider network operations, while fostering effective working relationships.
• Attend and actively participate in training sessions and team meetings to enhance your understanding of the healthcare industry and provider network operations.

Supporting Responsibilities :

Success Profile :

Work Experience : A minimum of 1 year of experience in an office environment is required; Medical office experience preferred.

Education, Certificates, Licenses : High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate's degree preferred.

Knowledge : Fast and accurate data entry skills. Self-motivated. Able to learn and be trained on new systems, databases, and applications Effective written and oral communication. Proficient computer skills, typing, and 10-key required. Medical terminology, CPT / ICD-10 coding preferred.

Competencies :

Environment : Work inside in a general office setting with ergonomically configured equipment. Travel may be required 5% of the time for training and / or external meetings.

Skills : Accountability, Collaboration, Communication (written / verbal), Flexibility, Listening (active), Organizational skills / Planning and Organization, Problem Solving, Teamwork

Our Values :

Physical Requirements : Stoop and bend. Sit and / or stand for extended periods of time while performing core job functions. Repetitive motions to include typing, sorting and filing. Light lifting and carrying of files and business materials. Ability to read and comprehend both written and spoken English. Communicate clearly and effectively.

Disclaimer : This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position and is subject to change. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employment remains AT-WILL at all times.