The Encounter Analyst I reviews and monitors adjudicated claims for file submission and upstream processing and communicates with provider agencies and internal departments regarding claims submission, denial management, and system updates. The position tracks trends and patterns to identify irregularities in the ACS system and works with claims analyst to communicate claims issues. The position has shared responsibility for ensuring contract service level agreements are met.
This position is fulltime remote. Selected candidate must reside in North Carolina. Some travel for onsite meetings to the Home office may be required.
Responsibilities & Duties
Research and Resolve Encounter Denials
- Research upstream encounter denials
- Determine if claim processed appropriately in ACS
- Rebill encounter denial when appropriate
- Research State initiated encounter recoupments
Ensure Service Level Agreement (SLA) Maintenance
SLAs : Accuracy, Timeliness, and ReconciliationAccuracy : Review and be aware of number of denied encounters weekly.Timeliness : Research and resolve 98% of encounter denials within 30 days.Reconciliation : Assist in researching discrepanciesManage Encounter Denials and Recoupments
Utilize the A / R system to manage encounter denials and recoupmentsDocument current status of denials and recoupmentsProcess and Reconcile Claims
Ensure appropriate coordination of benefits has occurred utilizing billing and payment policies and procedures, review & analyze claims adjudications to identify system issue and provider errorsMaintain knowledge of current adjudication editsProvide Feedback on Process Improvement
Provide information and feedback to the system team to support development of system enhancements in a structured manner aimed to eliminate system settings and or processes that contribute to poor resultsMaintain processes that are consistent with and compliant to CMS, state, federal and best practice standards, regulations and guidelinesCommunicate and Collaborate with Internal and External Stakeholders
Communicate and conduct liaison work across multiple departments to resolve claims denials / issuesCommunicate with DMH / DHB when appropriate to resolve complex encounter denials / issuesDemonstrate professional and timely communicationMinimum Requirements
Education & Experience
Graduation from high school or equivalent and (4) four years of experience processing healthcare claims
Experience with Medicaid and IPRS preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
High level knowledge of healthcare services and systemsKnowledge of complex claim denials and sources for correctionKnowledge of Medicaid and State funding rulesKnowledge of laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, and MCO policies and proceduresMicrosoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) skillsProfessional written and oral communication for sharing technical informationAbility to independently identify necessary tasks and initiate actionAbility to independently find answers to complex issuesAbility to analyze large quantities of dataAbility to solicit cooperation from persons and departments throughout the organizationAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to demonstrate professional conduct in all situationsAbility to take initiative and lead othersSalary Range
$20.32 - $25.91 / Hourly
Exact compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education, experience, external market data and consideration of internal equity.
An excellent fringe benefit package accompanies the salary, which includes :
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term DisabilityGenerous retirement savings planFlexible work schedules including hybrid / remote optionsPaid time off including vacation, sick leave, holiday, management leaveDress flexibilityEqual Opportunity Employer
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