Summary
 

We are hiring a Claims Customer Service Advocate II. In this role, you will be responsible for responding to customer inquiries. Inquiries may be non-routine and require deviation from standard screens, scripts, and procedures. Performs research as needed to resolve inquiries. Reviews and adjudicates claims and/or non-medical appeals. Determines whether to return, deny or pay claims following organizational policies and procedures. The successful candidate for this position will be someone who pays strong attention to detail and is comfortable working in a high volume, fast-paced environment.

Description
 

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What You'll Do:

• Ensures effective customer relations by responding accurately, timely, and courteously to telephone, written, web, or walk-in inquiries.

• Handles situations which may require adaptation of response or extensive research.

• Identifies incorrectly processed claims and processes adjustments and reprocessing actions according to department guidelines.

• Examines and processes claims and/or non-medical appeals according to business/contract regulations, internal standards and examining guidelines.

• Enters claims into the claim system after verification of correct coding of procedures and diagnosis codes.

• Ensures claims are processing according to established quality and production standards.

• Identifies complaints and inquiries of a complex level that cannot be resolved following desk procedures and guidelines and refers these to a lead or manager for resolution.

• Identifies and reports potential fraud and abuse situations.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 2-years of Customer service experience including 1-year claims OR appeals processing OR bachelor’s degree in lieu of work experience.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Good spelling, punctuation and grammar skills.

• Basic business math proficiency.

• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.

We Prefer You to Have:

• Associate degree

• Prefer (2) years claims experience and/or Healthcare Management

• 1-2 years in a healthcare environment, ie. doctor office, hospital, urgent care, etc.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Good spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills.

• Basic business math proficiency.

• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401K retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service recognition

• Employee Assistance

• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What Blue Can Do for You:     

     

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications.  This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

 

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.