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Medicare Compliance Coordinator
PRIMARY PURPOSE: To gather documentation required to complete Medicare compliance referrals in a timely manner; to upload referrals to Medicare Compliance System (MCS); and to handle incoming mail.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
• Pulls and sorts medical records required for Medicare compliance referral from a appropriate sources; identifies missing documents/records; requests missing documentation from provider, examiner and/or defense counsel.
• Analyzes and submits medical records to nurses to enable them to complete referral in a timely manner; uploads referrals and reports from claims system into Medicare Compliance System (MCS); ensures MCS is updated properly.
• Analyzes pay ledger as a guide to locate medical records needed for MCS assignment; analyzes additional records to determine if they are pertinent to Medicare Set Aside (MSA) and determines appropriate course of action.
• Documents records handler activity in MCS; communicates MCS action with examiner via JURIS notes.
• Responds to questions from examiners about Medicare compliance processes and products.
• Maintains professional client relationships.
• Sorts available records in DOS order.
• Processes mail.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
High school diploma or GED required.
Experience
One (1) year of general office experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Claims or medical records/billing industry experience preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required
Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.