Medicare Specialist (Remote)

Company: Sedgwick
Location: Tallahassee
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. It's an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. It's having support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive.
A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you're someone who cares, there's a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work.
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Medicare Specialist (Remote)
PRIMARY PURPOSE : To coordinate, analyze and facilitate Medicare Compliance and Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) functions within the assigned team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

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  Compiles, reviews and analyzes claim files and/or management reports.
  
  
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  Compiles and organizes medical records; distributes to Medicare Compliance nurses for analysis; and provides guidance and advice on processing claims based on nurses' analysis.
  
  
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  Requests rated-ages; tracks files/requests/submissions through Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) processes; and creates documentation as required.
  
  
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  Communicates and advises appropriate internal and external stakeholders on Medicare Compliance and Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) matters including, but not limited to, lien negotiation efforts, MSA submissions and/or general information.
  
  
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  Maintains thorough understanding of service and products offered by Medicare Compliance department.
  
  
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  Analyzes and processes complex claims by investigating and gathering information to determine the exposure on the claims; manages claims through well-developed action plan to an appropriate and timely resolution.
  
  
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  Analyzes lien notices for accuracy, communicates with the CMS to efficiently facilitate lien resolutions on claims and/or prepare MSA submissions in accordance with submission guidelines from CMS as assigned.
  
  
  ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
  
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    Performs other duties as assigned.
    
    
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    Supports the organization's quality program(s).
    
    
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    Travels as required.
    
    
    QUALIFICATIONS
    Education & Licensing
    Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
    Experience
    Four (4) years claims management experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required. Experience with Medicare issues preferred.
    Skills & Knowledge
    
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      Thorough knowledge of claims management
      
      
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      Excellent oral and written communication, including persuasive writing skills
      
      
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      PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
      
      
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      Strong analytical and interpretive skills
      
      
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      Strong organizational skills
      
      
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      Strong interpersonal skills
      
      
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      Ability to work in a team environment
      
      
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      Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
      
      
      WORK ENVIRONMENT
      When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
      Mental : Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
      Physical : Computer keyboarding, travel as required
      Auditory/Visual : Hearing, vision and talking
      As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $53,973 to $75,562/USD annual salary. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.
      The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
      #LI-REMOTE #LI-Medicare #LI-RS1
      Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
      If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
      Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Caring counts
      Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions. Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing - one where caring counts. Watch this video to learn more about us. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA)

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