Results-driven Payment Integrity Senior at Wellmed Medical Group with expertise in claims processing and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to resolve complex claims issues through detailed analysis and departmental collaboration. Skilled in documentation and appeals, enhancing operational efficiency,accuracy and productivity.Committed to achieving performance metrics while fostering strong stakeholder relationships.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Payment Integrity Senior
Wellmed Medical Group
10.2021 - Current
Pre-processing of PI inventory to include Information received through Right
Information received through Provider Portal
Information received through
Research, identify and obtain data/information needed to help process PI claims or resolve claims issues (e.g., verify information received, review claim history, and confirm received dates are compliant)
Perform initial screening of PI claims to determine if further review by Certified Coder is necessary
Review medical records and other documentation submitted with reconsiderations; process to completion or escalate for further review as appropriate
Resolve or address new or unusual claims errors/issues as they arise, applying appropriate knowledge or prior experience
Collaborate with internal business partners to resolve claims errors/issues (e.g., CPCs, Benefit Analysts, Clinical Reviewers, Analytics)
Monitor TAT of claims awaiting medical records, finalize claims in Salesforce for lack of information when appropriate
Review PI Customer Service tickets and determine additional action needed; send uphold letters or escalate for further review as appropriate
Document IKA claim comments and send letters in IKA as necessary
Document and follow-up on all assigned inventory, utilizing on-line systems and procedures, according to established guidelines
Utilize experience and judgement to plan, accomplish goals and effectively resolve each assigned task
Document and communicate status of claims/investigations to stakeholders as needed, adhering to reporting requirements (e.g., status letters/reports)
Use appropriate systems/platforms/applications to process PI claims
Navigate systems tools and screens efficiently and effectively (e.g., keyboard skills, macros, shortcuts)
Use appropriate documentation, reference materials and/or websites to ensure that claims are processed accurately and efficiently (e.g.,
Policy/procedure manuals, knowledge libraries, bulletins, training materials, databases, SharePoint sites, data warehouses)