Job Posting for Appeals Specialist at Unified Group Services
Appeals may be submitted by providers and/or their representatives, members, attorneys, and sometimes a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) may request a review. JOB DESCRIPTION:
Research internal/external appeal (benefit determination, Usual and customary reduction, discount dispute, eligibility).
Work with internal review vendors on internal appeals and independent review organizations (IRO) on external reviews. This essential team review requires the employee to work inside the office.
Work with our clients, reinsurance department, subrogation department, case management/pre-cert vendors, PPOs on occasion
Draft letters in response to appeal (providers, provider representatives, members, occasionally an attorney)
Adhere to plan timeframes regarding all aspects of appeals
As with any job, there may be other tasks assigned as necessary.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED. Some college is helpful but not required
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
Strong math skills.
Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines are critical to success.
Professional phone communication skills.
Good organizational skills and excellent customer service.
Good writing skills, using proper grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills are vital
Self-motivated & self-starter with a willingness to learn.
Excellent attendance.
PAY BASIS: HourlyHours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.BENEFITS: Unified Group offers an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Matching 401K plan
Life insurance
Short and Long-term disability
Student loan debt payments
Vacation and PTO time
Health Clinic
Sponsored wellness plans.
OTHER REASONS TO WORK HERE:
Family-oriented, positive work environment
Weekends off
Voluntary overtime during peak season
Recently voted one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana!
This is an in-the-office position. We are located just off I-69, exit 226.Unified Group Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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