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Overview
The Licensed Appeal Writer supports the Company by reviewing insurance claims denied for payment on behalf of our client hospitals. Working closely with nurses and other team members, the Licensed Appeal Writer creates appeal letters in support.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Review denied insurance claims
- Review patients’ medical files
- Develop strategies to reverse claim denials
- Create written appeals
- Manage and organize appeal workflow based on internal, client-based, and insurance-driven deadlines
- Use, protect and disclose patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
- Understand and comply with Information Security and HIPAA policies and procedures at all times
- Limit viewing of PHI to the absolute minimum as necessary to perform assigned duties
Qualifications
4-year degree or work equivalency requiredMust hold an active license as a Physician's Assistant (PA), Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or an equivalent professional licenseMust have appeal writing experienceStrong analytical, communication, and documentation skills are essentialMust be able to prioritize workload based on strict deadlinesMust be tech-savvy with ability to quickly learn new softwareMust possess a high level of reading comprehension and ability to analyze medical information and terminologyProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteStrong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well at all levels of the organizationStrong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysesHigh level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientedExcellent written and verbal communication skills requiredGracious and welcoming personality for customer service interactionWorking Conditions
Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move around the work area; Sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear.Mental Demands : The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress.Work Environment : The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.Med-Metrix will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, veteran status, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Seniority level
Entry levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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