Company :Highmark Inc.Job Description : 

JOB SUMMARY

The incumbent supports provider account support activities with the implementation and administration of provider demographic information, credentialing and credentialing compliance.  This position identifies and resolves problems related to provider file set up, provider affiliations, reporting, data inputs and outputs and any subsequent requirements.  The incumbent may have direct interaction with providers, provider offices, billing agents, provider representatives, management and internal staff. The position ensures compliance with National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA), CMS, DOH regulations, BCBS, internal and private business audits in the provider data management space. The incumbent is responsible for contract administration – inclusive of, but not limited to, contract generation, reviewing signed contracts, updating provider file and executing contract. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Load and maintain provider demographic information and credentialing files, as well as load and maintain provider primary source verification information in HC3, the credentialing, contracting and communication system.Interact with all levels of management to analyze provider file issues, network status, claims, directory.  Prioritize and reprioritize work based on current priorities.Responsible to review contracts, as applicable, to ensure there are no changes, secure and execute standard provider contracts, materials, and information as required for the development of provider networks. Maintain credentialing compliance, also handling all error management and ensure files are corrected. Ensure compliance with terms of the provider contracts, file maintenance and credentialing guidelines. Ensure compliance with the following agencies, Federal Government, NCQA and CMS standards are met, American Healthcare Commissions URAC standards within the scope of West Virginia (WV), Delaware (DE), Pennsylvania (PA) and New York (NY) contracts. Department of Labor (DOL), Department of Health (DOH) and/or the Insurance Department. Other agencies include, HIPAA, DMMA, HEDIS, BCBSA and Highmark Health Services and all its affiliates’ operational and Corporate policies.Resolve inquiries and provide quality interactions with providers and internal and external entities/organizations to ensure all telephone or written inquiries received are handled promptly, accurately and consistent with department standards and in compliance with all regulating bodies/agencies, documenting information accurately using internal inquiry tracking systems or credentialing database.  This position will display communications with varied sources which are not limited to, provider offices, billing agents, provider representatives, management and internal staff.Contact external sources to collect or clarify information or documentation which in turn must be reviewed and evaluated against the established guidelines, policies and procedures to ensure the file meets all policy and procedures in conjunctions with regulations. This specialist must ensure the data in CPR and HC3 are accurate and system compatible.Provide support and input in system testing, User Acceptance Testing, business requirements, and test cases.Analyze corrective updates from various quality control reports to ensure provider data accurately reflects current data. Follow guidelines in support of BCBS requirements and maintain strict confidentiality of all information, which requires the integrity and proper handling of all confidential materials.Other duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION

Required

High School Diploma/GED

Substitutions

None

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree

EXPERIENCE

Required

3 years in a service role, in any industry involving customer support or related field

Preferred

1 year of Operations Support1 year in Customer Service1 year with Provider Credentialing1 year in Provider Service

LICENCES OR CERTIFICATIONS

Required

None

Preferred

None

SKILLS

Oral and Written Communication SkillsDigital SkillsTeamworkCompany CultureCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingDecision MakingAnalytical SkillsUnderstands fundamental principles, concepts, practices and processes within a specific field or disciplineThis individual must possess a high accuracy level while applying complex and detailed guideline to multiple increments of work.Proficient in PC skills, word processing software, accessing the internet, web based applications and manage files.Multi-Tasking

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office-based

Teaches / trains others regularly

Occasionally

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

Yes

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Occasionally

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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