BCBSAZ

BCBSAZ

Appeal and Grievance Coordination Research Reviewer - HYBRID

AZ Blue Phoenix, AZ 85021 · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago
ComplianceCustomer SupportHIPAAResearchLeadershipCommunicationWritingClaims Management

About the role

  • Our positions are classified as hybrid, onsite or remote.
  • This position is hybrid within the state of AZ only.
  • This hybrid work opportunity requires residency, and work to be performed, within the State of Arizona.

Responsibilities

  • Perform data corrections and claim adjustments related to appeals.
  • Perform duties with limited supervision.
  • Maintain knowledge of multiple lines of business, including fully insured, self-funded, ACA, and Blue Card products.
  • Process records and document requests related to appeals and grievances.
  • Maintain current knowledge of state, federal, Blue Card, accreditation, and BCBSAZ appeal and grievance requirements.

Requirements

  • Required Work Experience:
  • Required Licenses:
  • Required Certifications:

Nice to have

  • Preferred Work Experience:
  • 2 years of experience in a lead or senior claims role (all levels)
  • 3 years of experience in claims processing and correspondence using multiple claims systems (all levels)
  • 3 years as a pharmacy technician or precertification technician
  • Preferred Licenses:
  • Preferred Certifications:
  • LEVEL 1 - REVIEWER I
  • Conduct research to resolve requests from members, providers, and other Blue Plans in accordance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Skills

  • Intermediate PC proficiency
  • Intermediate use of office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, scanners, and telephones
  • Intermediate proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
  • Intermediate written communication and letter-writing skills
  • Advanced PC proficiency
  • Advanced word processing, spreadsheet, and database skills
  • Advanced written communication and letter-writing skills
  • Professional Competencies:
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy
  • Conduct investigative and analytical research
  • Build collaborative working relationships
  • Practice strong interpersonal and active listening skills

Benefits

  • Awarded a Healthiest Employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona aims to fulfill its mission to inspire health and make it easy.
  • Analyze and research medical grievances and appeals for final resolution or referral to Clinical Medical Appeals and Grievance staff.
  • Maintain advanced knowledge of multiple systems, including medical management and claims systems.
  • Review medical records to determine if requested supporting documentation is sufficient.
  • Maintain current knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Research and assemble medical records, coverage guidelines, claims, and historical data for clinical review and legal proceedings.
  • Maintain understanding of medical management and claims processing systems.

Company info

  • Experience in a lead or senior claims role
  • At AZ Blue, we have a hybrid workforce strategy, called Workability, that offers flexibility with how and where employees work.

This listing is sourced directly from BCBSAZ's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.