Minimum HS Diploma/GED, with 2 years of college preferred., One year of customer service or call center experience in a healthcare-related role., Strong customer relations and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle confidential information., Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus..
Key responsibilities:
Respond to telephone and email inquiries from members and providers within defined service standards.
Negotiate with providers regarding plans without network agreements.
Assist members with benefits and healthcare questions, documenting all calls in the system.
Take initiative to resolve situations and accomplish tasks as needed.
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Since 1988, MedWatch has been a leader in providing concierge member advocacy and medical cost containment solutions for TPAs, employer groups, school systems, municipalities, hospital systems, Taft-Hartley plans, and fully insured payers as well as for the reinsurance industry and stop loss carriers.
MedWatch has maintained continuous URAC Accreditation for Health Utilization Management since 1997, Case Management since 2000, and Disease Management since 2007. These core services, along with all of our proven solutions, focus on appropriateness and quality of care, helping to achieve the best clinical and financial outcomes for plans and plan members.
MedWatch’s programs fit together seamlessly to support members along the entire continuum of their health journey. Pathways Concierge, our white-glove service, provides members with a single point of contact to address questions about their health plan. It’s the starting point and finish line for successful member engagement and effective utilization of benefits. In addition to Pathways Concierge and our URAC Accredited core services, MedWatch offers over 30 advocacy and cost containment solutions including dialysis claims repricing, diabetic monitoring and intervention, high-cost infusion/oncology treatment savings, in and out of network savings for high-cost claims, and more.
MedWatch is the Right Choice for providing the Right Care at the Right Time in the Right Place for the Right Cost. Learn how MedWatch’s proven solutions, innovative approach and clinical expertise make us the Right Partner for you: Visit urmedwatch.com.
Scope: This is a critical position requiring excellent customer interaction skills. Individuals are expected to accurately service and satisfy customers by responding to customer inquiries. Concierge/Customer Service Representative needs to be versatile and equipped with a strong skill set to handle the complexity of the job. This is a remote position with no requirement to commute to an office. Education: Minimum HS Diploma/GED, 2 years college or higher education preferred. Experience: One year Customer Service / Call Center experience in a health care related role. Medical Intake or Third-Party Administrator (TPA) experience preferred. Bilingual English-Spanish a plus. Requirements/Skills: Patience and ability to handle difficult situations tactfully and diplomatically.
Strong customer relations, interpersonal skills. Strong appreciation and ability to handle confidential & sensitive information.
Proficient with Microsoft applications, strong computer skills and computer navigation. Excellent data entry and typing skills. Knowledge of provider organizations and networks. Knowledge and understanding of CMS Medicare reimbursement rates. Ability to effectively negotiate rate structures. Takes initiative to resolve situations and to accomplish projects actions and tasks. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Independent judgment in decision making and problem solving. Ability to multi-task and anticipate potential needs/problems. Ability to build relationships with internal and external customers. Medical Terminology Strong attention to detail. Understanding of Self-Funded health benefits a plus. Claim processing skills a plus. Insurance verification or pre-certification a plus Provider office/facility billing department or financial area. Strong analytical and research skills Duties and Responsibilities: Respond to telephone and email inquiries received from members and provider within defined service standards. Negotiate with providers to gain acceptance for plans without network agreements and/or out of network providers. Assist members with benefits and healthcare questions. Document all calls received in system-based call log. The incumbent may be responsible for duties or responsibilities that are not listed in this job description. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice The salary range for this position is from $16 to $18 per hour. Work Environment / Physical Demands: This position is in a typical home office environment which requires prolonged sitting in front of a computer. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment including operation of standard computer and phone equipment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Powered by JazzHR
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