Analyst, Claims Research

Job DescriptionJob SummaryServes as claims subject matter expert. Assist the business teams with reviewing claims to ensure regulatory requirements are appropriately applied. Manages and leads major claims projects of considerable complexity and volume that may be initiated through provider inquiries or complaints, legal requests, or identified internally by Molina. Identifies the root cause of processing errors through research and analysis, coordinates and engages with appropriate departments, develops and tracks remediation plans, and monitors claims reprocessing through resolution. Interprets and presents in-depth analysis of findings and results to leadership and respective operations teams. Responsible for ensuring the projects are completed accurately and timely.Job Duties

Uses analytical skills to conducts research and analysis for issues, requests, and inquiries of high priority claims projects

Assists with reducing re-work by identifying and remediating claims processing issues

Locate and interpret regulatory and contractual requirements

Tailors existing reports or available data to meet the needs of the claims project

Evaluates claims using standard principles and applicable state specific policies and regulations to identify claims processing errors

Applies claims processing and technical knowledge to appropriately define a path for short/long term systematic or operational fixes

Helps to improve overall claims performance to ensure claims are processed accurately and timely

Identifies claims requiring reprocessing or re-adjudication in a timely manner to ensure compliance

Works closely with external departments to define claims requirements

Recommends updates to Claims SOP’s and Job Aid’s to increase the quality and efficiency of claims processing

Fields claims questions from Molina Operations teams

Interprets, communicates, and presents, clear in-depth analysis of claims research results, root cause analysis, remediation plans and fixes, overall progress, and status of impacted claims

Provides excellent customer services to our internal operations teams concerning claims projects

Appropriately convey information and tailor communication based on the targeted audience

Provides sufficient claims information to our internal operations teams that must communicate externally to provider or members

Able to work in a project team setting while also able to complete tasks individually within the provided timeline or as needed, accelerated timeline to minimize provider/member impacts and/or maintain compliance

Manages work assignments and prioritization appropriately

Other duties as assigned.

Job QualificationsREQUIRED EDUCATION:Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceREQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1-3 years claims analysis experience

5+ years medical claims processing experience across multiple states, markets, and claim types

Demonstrates familiarity in a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures applicable to job-related subject areas

Knowledge and experience using Excel

PREFERRED EDUCATION:Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experiencePREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

1-3 years claims analysis

6+ years medical claims processing experience

Project management

Expert in Excel and PowerPoint

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must have the ability to sit for long periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.Pay Range: $23.81 - $46.42 / HOURLYActual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.