Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, United States · Hybrid
$68k–$95k/yr
Entry level
Provide timely review and determination of medical claims, including prior authorization, appeals, and/or any other type of medical claims;Provide timely review and determination of medical claims;Analyze medical records…
Skills: Medical Claims Review, Prior Authorization, Medical Record Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Medical Coding
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$68k–$95k/yr
Full-time
professional certificate
Posted 10d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Perform timely review and determination of medical claims, including prior authorizations and appeals, by analyzing medical records. Formulate narrative decisions based on federal regulations, health plan policies, and NCD/LCD guidelines.
Requirements
Requires a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license and at least one year of clinical experience. Proficiency in Medicare regulations and coding guidelines (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10) is highly preferred.
Full job description
Provide timely review and determination of medical claims, including prior authorization, appeals, and/or any other type of medical claims;
Provide timely review and determination of medical claims;
Analyze medical records related to the case file;
Review and interpret Local Coverage Determination (LCD), National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies, and other federal regulations;
Apply appropriate regulatory citations, including health plan policies, NCD/LCDs, and/or other regulations to each claim as it relates to the item or issue;
Formulate a narrative decision citing relevant regulatory back-up documentation contained within the medical record;
Adjudicate claim based on the regulations and documentation contained within the medical record;
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or AHIMA preferred;
Maintain professional licensure in active and unrestricted status as required by state of issuance;
Attend FHAS and/or client Lunch & Learn sessions and/or general training sessions on site as needed.
Complete IRR surveys in a timely fashion as required by the prime contractor
Maintain a 97% or higher quality score
work experience requirements
Must possess a current, unrestricted State license as a Registered Nurse (RN),as required by contract(s).
1+ years clinical experience required; coding, utilization, and/or medical chart review preferred.
Professional Coding Certification preferred.
Detailed knowledge of Medicare regulations and guidelines, polices, and payor reimbursements preferred.
Knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 codes and coding guidelines.
Ability to identify Medicare billing and payment irregularities.
Must be able to support review findings by utilizing exceptional analytical, written and oral communication skills.
Ethical, self-motivated and results oriented team player.
Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding people skills and ability to effectively review findings /results with management.
Must be proficient with PC and related software programs.
Excellent organizational skills.
Must be a team player.
Limited travel may be required.
physical requirements
Must be able to remain in the stationary position 95% of the time
Constantly operate a computer and other office equipment such as telephone
Regular & predictable attendance is essential for this position
FHAS is a trusted leader in dispute resolution, medical claims review, utilization management, and legal adjudication.
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1996
Headquarters
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
LinkedIn followers
1,740
Federal Hearings and Appeals Services, LLC (FHAS), a URAC-accredited Independent Review Organization (IRO) and Health Utilization Management (HUM) provider, is a trusted national leader in dispute resolution, medical claims review, legal adjudication, and business process outsourcing. As the industry’s premier Independent Dispute Resolution Entity (IDRE) and a leading Medicare and claims review partner, FHAS leverages nearly 30 years of expertise to deliver fair, accurate, and timely solutions for healthcare providers, payors, federal and state government agencies, and their subsidized programs.
Our services deliver clinical precision, regulatory expertise, and personalized solutions to enhance healthcare delivery and resource efficiency. Committed to our clients’ success, FHAS empowers partners with equitable, high-value solutions that strengthen the healthcare ecosystem nationwide.
Offices: 40 Coal St, 2nd Floor, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18702, US · 117 West Main Street, Plymouth, Pennsylvania 18651, US · 1 PPG Place, 31st Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222, US · 177 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, California 91105, US
FHAS is a trusted leader in dispute resolution, medical claims review, utilization management, and legal adjudication.
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1996
Headquarters
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
LinkedIn followers
1,740
Federal Hearings and Appeals Services, LLC (FHAS), a URAC-accredited Independent Review Organization (IRO) and Health Utilization Management (HUM) provider, is a trusted national leader in dispute resolution, medical claims review, legal adjudication, and business process outsourcing. As the industry’s premier Independent Dispute Resolution Entity (IDRE) and a leading Medicare and claims review partner, FHAS leverages nearly 30 years of expertise to deliver fair, accurate, and timely solutions for healthcare providers, payors, federal and state government agencies, and their subsidized programs.
Our services deliver clinical precision, regulatory expertise, and personalized solutions to enhance healthcare delivery and resource efficiency. Committed to our clients’ success, FHAS empowers partners with equitable, high-value solutions that strengthen the healthcare ecosystem nationwide.
Offices: 40 Coal St, 2nd Floor, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18702, US · 117 West Main Street, Plymouth, Pennsylvania 18651, US · 1 PPG Place, 31st Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222, US · 177 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, California 91105, US