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Denials Management Specialist

Endeavor Health, Arlington Heights, IL, United States


Hourly Pay Range $22.14 - $33.21 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Job Description Position Highlights

Position: Denial Management Specialist

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Hours: Monday-Friday, standard business hours

Brief Overview Reviews claim denials which pertain to medical necessity, pre-certification, authorization, and level of care requirements. This involves interaction with Physician Practices, Providers and Payers.

What You Will Do

Reviews and resolves denied patient insurance claims.

Works closely with internal departments in determining accurate denial and process for appeal. Contacts insurance companies/payer or patients to gather information necessary to complete the appeal process.

Sends appeals to insurance companies regarding denials by resubmitting corrected claim, submitting medical records and writing appeals letters in a timely manner.

Provides process improvement recommendations to Supervisor to decrease future denials.

Utilizes software tools to identify denial, trends and payer issues. Shares findings with stakeholders.

Follows up on pending claim denials after appeal has been processed -by the insurance company.

Collaborates in the collection of data and sends monthly “Managed Care Denial Report” to appropriate department Leaders including: Physician Coding Manager; Physician Billing Manager and Director, VP of EEH Physician Practices and Vice President of EEH Revenue Cycle.

Maintains positive working relationships both externally and internally.

What You Will Need

Education: High School Required

Experience: 2 Years previous patient billing Or 2 Years managed care experience

Skills: Extensive computer knowledge and experience. Knowledge of standard billing guidelines, CPT/ICD9 coding, usual and customary (U& C) schedules

Benefits

Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking at designated locations

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

About Endeavor Health Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Located in Naperville, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, provides for the mental health needs of area residents. For more information, visit https://www.endeavorhealth.org/careers.

Join Our Team When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Company Values Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EEO Statement EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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