Claims Representative - Remote

<p><b><u>Claims Representative – Remote</u></b></p><p></p><p><b><u>SUMMARY</u></b></p><p>The claims representative is responsible for manually reviewing and processing medical, supplemental, or dental claims. Claims are processed according to benefits, eligibility, and internal processes, policies, and procedures and may be completed, held for additional information/review, or denied. New claim representatives will be provided with a robust training program, which includes virtual classroom training, on-the-job learning/feedback, and gradually increasing claims per hour/quality requirements over several months. After completion of training, claim representatives must meet specific accuracy/quality, volume/claims per hour, and on production performance metrics.</p><p></p><p>$19/Hour Pay Rate</p><p></p><p></p><p><b><u>RESPONSIBILITIES</u></b></p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Independently research and navigate various documents and databases to accurately process claims, ensuring compliance and adherence to established guidelines.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Confirm the presence of necessary documents within submitted claims.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Validate the accuracy of medical codes provided in claim submissions.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Assess the eligibility status of claims based on established criteria.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Review and verify other insurance coverage information in submitted claim.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Evaluate authorizations provided in claim submissions for accuracy.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Analyze account benefit plans to ensure claims align with coverage and policies.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Identify discrepancies, errors, or missing information.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Utilize multiple computer applications simultaneously.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Maintain self-discipline, consistently uphold a strong work ethic, and complete work <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">tasks/responsibilities</span> while working without close supervision.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Meet or exceed quality and productivity goals.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Identify claim processing learning opportunities by working directly with supervisors, coaches, and trainers to learn efficient and effective processing techniques and workflows.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Utilize a variety of virtual tools, including Outlook email, Cisco Webex, and similar applications, to effectively collaborate, communicate, and stay connected with colleagues and supervisors.</p><p></p><p><b><u>QUALIFICATIONS</u></b></p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> High school diploma or equivalent</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Ability to quickly learn a variety of computer applications to complete job functions<u>,</u></p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Experience sending/receiving emails, scheduling calendar appointments/sending invitations, attaching files in Microsoft Outlook<u>.</u></p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Knowledge of basic Microsoft Excel functions, such as filtering/sorting.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Experience in navigating multiple computer applications through the use of shortcut keys and other techniques.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Detail-oriented with experience in applying complex policy/procedure documents.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Strong organizational skills to maximize available work time. Ability to prioritize tasks to ensure job tasks are completed before deadlines.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Proven experience completing work with quality and productivity performance standards.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Experience working independently in a virtual environment preferred.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Experience with medical and insurance terminology in a professional setting preferred.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Knowledge of CPT/ICD-10 codes preferred.</p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">·       </span> Proven experience in health insurance claims processing or similar field preferred</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><br><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>For this position, we anticipate offering an hourly rate of 17.75 - 26 USD / hourly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.</p><br><p>At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence. For more details on our employee benefits programs, <a href="https://jobs.thecignagroup.com/us/en/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#0000ff"><u>click here</u></span></a>. </p><br><br><br><br><p style="text-align:left"><b>About The Cigna Group </b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.<p style="text-align:inherit !important"></p><p style="text-align:inherit !important"></p><p style="text-align:left !important"><i>Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.</i></p><p style="text-align:inherit !important"></p><p style="text-align:inherit !important"></p><p style="text-align:left !important"><span style="color:#292a2e"><i>If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email </i></span><a href="mailto:seeyourself@thecignagroup.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#1868db"><i><b><u><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">seeyourself@thecignagroup.com</span></u></b></i></span></a><span style="color:#292a2e"><i> for assistance.  Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes.</i></span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><i>The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.</i></p><p></p><p></p><p><i><span>Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner </span><span>consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.</span> </i></p>

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