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Health Underwriting Director directs and oversees the health insurance underwriting program for individuals and/or groups for medical and/or dental insurance. Responsible for ensuring integrity of underwriting activities and processes. Being a Health Underwriting Director manages staff of underwriters at the organization. Provides assistance to underwriters on more complex applications. Additionally, Health Underwriting Director has a strong knowledge of the underwriting discipline. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Health Underwriting Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Health Underwriting Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Health Information Management
  • Med Center Health
  • Bowling Green, KY FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary Functions in a management position, accountable for day-to-day responsibilities to include planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and communicating for all Health Information Management departments within Med Center Health.# Accountability includes record control, coding, transcription, cancer registry, and/or release of information functions and personnel. Makes decisions within the framework of the organization#s philosophies, policies, and procedures.# Makes independent decisions for assigned area following the guidelines established by Med Center Health.# Coordinates functions of the department while operating within the established departmental budget for each location. Minimum Qualifications Work Experience Four years of responsibility in Health Information Management experience required with focused skills and expertise in the area of management as either the Director or Assistant Director. Previous survey experience preferred. Education Bachelor#s degree or equivalent education and experience required. Master#s degree preferred. Certifications/Licensure Certification credential as either R.H.I.A. or R.H.I.T required. Leadership Performance Standards Delivering Results Leads and engages a service line or department(s) closely aligned to Med Center Health#s strategic initiatives and organizational goals. Identifies and recommends initiatives and programs for assigned area(s). Tracks and assesses the effectiveness of programs and practices and assures that goals and targets are met. Staffing and Development Hires, retains, trains and develops employees who have the appropriate level of job knowledge, skill and overall fit to the department and to the organization. Communicates job performance expectations and provides performance feedback that facilitates development. Actively addresses employee performance concerns through conflict-resolution and delivers progressive employee counseling actions appropriate to Med Center Health policies and procedures. Cultivating a Strong Workplace Actively champions employee engagement. Is well aware of employee morale and intervenes appropriately to maintain high levels of employee morale and engagement. Fosters a team atmosphere and facilitates open communications to support Med Center Health#s mission, vision and values. Encourages teamwork among direct reports; facilitates resolution of team conflicts and promotes respect between all team members and across the organization. Financial Performance Directs the department(s) financial performance and operational budget. Analyzes costs, develops programs to assure compliance with budgetary constraints and provides justifications for budget variances. Plans for the ongoing and future capital needs of the department with necessary analysis and documentation. Job Specific Performance Standards The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time. # Reports comparative review of financial and statistical information to accounting. Responsible for developing, interpreting, and applying organization#s policies, budgets, and long range plans for facilities, equipment, and personnel as they apply to the Health Information Management department. Maintains liaison with other department managers to facilitate a team approach in patient care. Provides positive, supportive communication to patients, families, visitors and employees. Ensures efficient workflow, effective use of personnel and time, and high standard of performance and patient care. Assists Vice President in coordination activities and surveillance associated with maintaining constant regulatory survey readiness for entities subject to The Joint Commission survey within Med Center Health. Maintains current knowledge of accreditation and licensure requirements for all Med Center Health entities. Collaborates with managers to resolve continued noncompliance with standards. Provides mentoring and coaching of care-providers regarding aspects of on-site survey inspections Collaborates across entities for consistency in policies and procedures Reviews policies and procedures assuring compliance with regulatory standards Assists in the coordination of activities associated with unannounced surveys Assists in the development of responses to required evidence of standards compliance as a result of unannounced surveys Coordinates activities associated with mock survey, reporting of findings, and subsequent requested responses Assists any Med Center Health entity with implementing or reviewing health information management standards/requirements for a new or existing service.
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Underwriting Supervisor
  • UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY FEDERAL CRED
  • Lexington, KY OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Corporate Offices - Lexington, KY Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 2 Year Degree Salary Range: $33.44 - $35.58 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Banking Descriptio...
  • 15 Days Ago
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RN Executive Director (Home Health)
  • Commonwealth Home Health
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • We are hiring for an Executive Director - RN with Home Health experience. At Commonwealth Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningfu...
  • 9 Days Ago
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Behavioral Health Medical Director Needed in Kentucky!
  • LifePoint Health
  • Danville, KY FULL_TIME
  • Kindred Healthcare is dedicated to Hope, Healing, and Recovery for our patients. We are currently seeking a physician to serve as the Medical Director at Ephraim McDowell Hospital in Danville, Kentuck...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Director, Behavioral Health , RN- Somerset, KY
  • Lifepoint Behavioral Health
  • Somerset, KY FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionAt Lifepoint Behavioral Health, we specialize in compassionate behavioral health services, including crisis stabilization for acute mental health and substance use disorders. Our philosophy...
  • 7 Days Ago
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Physician (Psychiatrist-Mental Health Medical Director)
  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Louisville, KY FULL_TIME
  • The VAMC in Louisville, KY is recruiting for a full-time Physician (Psychiatrist-Mental Health Medical Director). The position is accountable to Mental Health, for assuring the most effective delivery...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Underwriting Director - Small Commercial
  • Berkley
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • Company Details: Berkley Mid-Atlantic Insurance Group (BMAG) is a property and casualty insurance provider serving the M...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Underwriting Assistant / Renewals
  • ARC Group
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • UNDERWRITING ASSISTANT ARC Group seeks an Underwriting Assistant who will report to the Director of Underwriting and wil...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Regional Insurance Consultant, Life Insurance
  • Covr Financial Technologies
  • Hartford, CT
  • Regional Insurance Consultant REPORTS TO: Head of National Sales DEPARTMENT: Sales, National Sales Team FLSA STATUS: Exe...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director, Product & Underwriting, Wholesale Property and Inland Marine
  • The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • Product Director - EM 06 KE - Were determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes we...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Regional Underwriting Director - Remote
  • Allied Public Risk, LLC
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • Allied Public Risk, LLC, an exclusive underwriting manager of customized products for public entities, seeks an Underwri...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director, Product & Underwriting, Wholesale Property and Inland Marine
  • The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • Product Director - EM 06 KE - Were determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes we...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Underwriting Director - Cargo (Remote)
  • Intact Insurance
  • Canton, MA
  • Job Description We currently have an opportunity for an Underwriting Director to join our Specialty Ocean Marine team in...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Commercial Credit Analyst
  • WorldBridge Partners - Leaders in Recruiting and Executive Search
  • POSITION: Senior Commercial Credit Analyst LOCATION: On-site Albuquerque, New Mexico *Please only apply if you are in Ne...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Kentucky

Kentucky (/kənˈtʌki/ (listen) kən-TUK-ee), officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the east south-central region of the United States. Although styled as the "State of Kentucky" in the law creating it, (because in Kentucky's first constitution, the name state was used) Kentucky is one of four U.S. states constituted as a commonwealth (the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts). Originally a part of Virginia, in 1792 Kentucky became the 15th state to join the Union. Kentucky is the 37th most extensive and the 26th most populous of the 50 United States. Ke...
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Income Estimation for Health Underwriting Director jobs
$160,000 to $198,137

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What does a Health Underwriting Director do?

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