Job Description We’re hiring an Appeals Analyst to join the Coding Disputes Team! Complete analysis and research required to process appeals, coding disputes and grievances. Ensure timeliness, accurate documentation, and efficiency in all work to comply with applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, quality standards and organizational policies and procedures. Address customer concerns with a focus on timely resolution and customer satisfaction. What You’ll Do Responsibilities: Analyze, research, resolve and respond to confidential/sensitive appeals, coding disputes, grievances and coverage/organization determinations from members, member's representatives, providers, media outlets, senior leadership and regulatory agencies with established regulatory and accreditation guidelines. Analyze, interpret, and explain health plan benefits, policies, procedures, medical terminology, coding and functions to members and/or providers. Regularly and independently exercise judgement to make appropriate decisions based on BlueCross NC policies and guidelines. Acts decisively to ensure business continuity and with awareness of all possible implications and impact. Prepare files and develops BlueCross NC position statements for external reviews performed by independent review organizations, benefit panels and external medical consultants. Provide comprehensive appeals, coding disputes and grievances responses that support the decision and comply with regulatory and accreditation guidelines. Document extensive investigation, relative findings, and actions in all applicable systems Accountable for monitoring daily reports to ensure service timeliness and compliance is met. Gather clinical information by using established criteria provided in corporate medical policies; partner with Medical Directors who are responsible for all decisions regarding clinical appeals/grievances. Ensures timeliness, quality, and efficiency in all work to comply with applicable mandated State (NCDOI) and/or Federal (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), ERISA, etc.) accreditation agency standards (National Committee for Quality Assurance – NCQA), ASO group performance guarantees and BCBSNC policies and procedures (to include BCBSA requirements). What You Bring Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree where required. 3 years of related experience In lieu of degree, 5 years of related experience For coding disputes area, certified professional coder must be obtained within 1 year of employment. Bonus Points (Preferred qualifications) Active AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is strongly preferred What You’ll Get The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community  Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work  Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs  Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance  Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education  401k match including an annual company contribution  Learn more Where You’ll Work Our Hybrid Flex approach is built on presence with a purpose – giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection – that supports a workplace that’s flexible, connected, and future focused. In a Hybrid-Flex role, you’ll work in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role, you’ll work virtually, with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments that matter. Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any states listed on this job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Salary Range At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs. *Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance. $50,337.00 - $80,539.00 Skills _____________________________________________________________________ JOB ALERT FRAUD: We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information. Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All our career opportunities are published on https://bcbsnc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/BCBSNC. If you have already provided your personal information that you suspect is fraudulent activity, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: HR.Staffing@BCBSNC.com. About Us It's an exciting time to work at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC). Health care is changing, and we're leading the way. We offer more than health insurance our customers can count on. We’re committed to better health and better health care − in our communities and beyond. Our employees bring energy and creativity to the workplace, and it shows in our innovative approach to improving the health and well-being of North Carolinians. Blue Cross NC is a fully taxed, not-for-profit company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. We serve more than 4.3 million members, and we employ more than 5,000 people across the country who are passionate about making health care better for all. Help us lead the charge for better health care by joining our award-winning team. Discover tremendous opportunities with us to do challenging and rewarding work. Opportunities that can lead you to a fulfilling career, work that can help others lead healthier, happier lives. Authorization to Work in the United States We use E-verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify Overview for English or Visión General de E-Verify for Español. Request Accommodations Blue Cross NC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, hiring process, or have technical issues that prevent you from completing your application please notify HR at HR.Staffing@bcbsnc.com. Blue Cross NC is a Hybrid Flex company. Whether the role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any of our approved states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming

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