Appeals Specialist I
Company Name:
Kinteic Concepts Inc.
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Summary:_
Patient primary insurance claims denied reimbursement by a DMERC will be evaluated and processed in a timely manner in accordance with State and Federal laws. Patient primary insurance claims denied reimbursement by Medicare may be processed through the Redetermination, Reconsideration, and Administrative Law Judge levels of Appeal. Reviews all Medicare denials and initiates the next appeal step for Reconsideration or ALJ Hearing process with the appropriate DMERC consistent with the requirements specified by Medicare Appeal Process outlined in the DMERC Provider Manual.
_DUTIES/
Responsibilities:_
Provide lead with work progress reports on a daily, weekly, monthly basis or as required
Investigate and analyze patient charts and wound progress reports, by reading documents and negotiating computer-based research
To develop, for each Medicare Insurance claim denial, a reasonable patient product use detail and history; to develop and substantiate the product use evidence, and present the patient's case to Medicare in the manner required or make appropriate adjustments
Write a medically concise and issue focused Redetermination, Reconsideration, or Administrative Law Judge letter as required as it applies to Medicare policy
Pull patient denials and/or partially paid claims in appropriate numbers in order to maintain timely completion of the Appeals Department filing limit caseload
Review Medicare required documentation needed for appeal of denial and/or partial denial of payment. (i.e. Number of wounds, new wound(s), re-start patient, wound improvement, billing cycle number of denied or partially denied claim.) If documentation is missing from the patient's chart, print documents from Alchemy and/or FileNet
Generate a chronological outline (supply worksheet) of the patient's VAC rentals and supply purchases showing payments and denials to substantiate reason for Medicare payment reconsideration
Consistently meet and maintain production and quality levels as established by management
Understand their role and impact they have in the departmental team; including exhibiting positive attitudes, willingness to help wherever asked, staying focused and on task to the matter at hand, and being part of the success of your team
Read and reply to e-mail in a timely manner as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
_MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/ABILITIES:_
High School diploma or equivalent
One year relevant work/educational experience
Ability to recognize the need for escalation
Proficient PC skills
Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills
Working 10-key and/or keyboarding skills
Proficiency in general office duties
Ability to prioritize
Attention to detail
Ability to enter date accurately
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion in business relationships
Demonstrate willingness and ability to participate in, and complete, all required training programs
Ability to work effectively and exercise sound business judgment in a team environment, as well as independently
Demonstrate flexibility in work shift to meet department needs
Demonstrate ability to deal effectively with all employees and external business contacts while conveying a positive service-oriented attitude
Perform duties in an organized, accurate and complete manner evaluated and validated via quality assurance assessment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of external and internal customers
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to work at computer and maintain constant keyboarding
_PREFERRED
Qualifications:_
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Microsoft Word - proficient
Microsoft Excel - fundamental
Microsoft Outlook - fundamental
File Management - proficient
FileNet - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
MicroMD, Medical Manager, Delair - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
Alchemy - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
Hero - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
VAC Recertification Program - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
6 months proven above average work performance at KCI
Goal oriented
Task oriented
Knowledge of Insurance Appeals Process
Understanding of wound etiology
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
This position reports to department 1)lead, 2)supervisor and 3)manager.
This position supervises/manages no other employee.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working conditions are typical of a general office environment. May require long periods of sitting or standing. Overtime may be required as deemed necessary by business objectives .
The information listed above is not a comprehensive list of all duties/responsibilities performed.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice .
KCI is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Federal Contractor employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, generic information, disability, protected veteran, or other legally protected status.
Job: Billing & Collections
Schedule: Full-time
Primary Location: US-MT-Dillon
Organization: KCI
Req ID: 08655Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Kinteic Concepts Inc.
_
Summary:_
Patient primary insurance claims denied reimbursement by a DMERC will be evaluated and processed in a timely manner in accordance with State and Federal laws. Patient primary insurance claims denied reimbursement by Medicare may be processed through the Redetermination, Reconsideration, and Administrative Law Judge levels of Appeal. Reviews all Medicare denials and initiates the next appeal step for Reconsideration or ALJ Hearing process with the appropriate DMERC consistent with the requirements specified by Medicare Appeal Process outlined in the DMERC Provider Manual.
_DUTIES/
Responsibilities:_
Provide lead with work progress reports on a daily, weekly, monthly basis or as required
Investigate and analyze patient charts and wound progress reports, by reading documents and negotiating computer-based research
To develop, for each Medicare Insurance claim denial, a reasonable patient product use detail and history; to develop and substantiate the product use evidence, and present the patient's case to Medicare in the manner required or make appropriate adjustments
Write a medically concise and issue focused Redetermination, Reconsideration, or Administrative Law Judge letter as required as it applies to Medicare policy
Pull patient denials and/or partially paid claims in appropriate numbers in order to maintain timely completion of the Appeals Department filing limit caseload
Review Medicare required documentation needed for appeal of denial and/or partial denial of payment. (i.e. Number of wounds, new wound(s), re-start patient, wound improvement, billing cycle number of denied or partially denied claim.) If documentation is missing from the patient's chart, print documents from Alchemy and/or FileNet
Generate a chronological outline (supply worksheet) of the patient's VAC rentals and supply purchases showing payments and denials to substantiate reason for Medicare payment reconsideration
Consistently meet and maintain production and quality levels as established by management
Understand their role and impact they have in the departmental team; including exhibiting positive attitudes, willingness to help wherever asked, staying focused and on task to the matter at hand, and being part of the success of your team
Read and reply to e-mail in a timely manner as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
_MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/ABILITIES:_
High School diploma or equivalent
One year relevant work/educational experience
Ability to recognize the need for escalation
Proficient PC skills
Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills
Working 10-key and/or keyboarding skills
Proficiency in general office duties
Ability to prioritize
Attention to detail
Ability to enter date accurately
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion in business relationships
Demonstrate willingness and ability to participate in, and complete, all required training programs
Ability to work effectively and exercise sound business judgment in a team environment, as well as independently
Demonstrate flexibility in work shift to meet department needs
Demonstrate ability to deal effectively with all employees and external business contacts while conveying a positive service-oriented attitude
Perform duties in an organized, accurate and complete manner evaluated and validated via quality assurance assessment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of external and internal customers
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to work at computer and maintain constant keyboarding
_PREFERRED
Qualifications:_
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Microsoft Word - proficient
Microsoft Excel - fundamental
Microsoft Outlook - fundamental
File Management - proficient
FileNet - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
MicroMD, Medical Manager, Delair - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
Alchemy - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
Hero - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
VAC Recertification Program - fundamental (external hires to be trained)
6 months proven above average work performance at KCI
Goal oriented
Task oriented
Knowledge of Insurance Appeals Process
Understanding of wound etiology
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
This position reports to department 1)lead, 2)supervisor and 3)manager.
This position supervises/manages no other employee.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working conditions are typical of a general office environment. May require long periods of sitting or standing. Overtime may be required as deemed necessary by business objectives .
The information listed above is not a comprehensive list of all duties/responsibilities performed.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice .
KCI is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Federal Contractor employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, generic information, disability, protected veteran, or other legally protected status.
Job: Billing & Collections
Schedule: Full-time
Primary Location: US-MT-Dillon
Organization: KCI
Req ID: 08655Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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