HEDIS Clinical Reviewer I (Seasonal) (Finance)

Job Description:

Summary:

In constant pursuit of improving quality outcomes for the Health Plan, this position exists to retrieve and abstract data from medical records based upon an established set of guidelines. In addition, the second level of this job is responsible for auditing the retrieval and abstraction results.

This is a seasonal role in which employees work the months of January through April. The daily schedule is flexible based upon supervisor approval though employees will be expected to work 30 - 40 hours per week.

NOTE: This is a work-from-home position that requires the incumbent to have high-speed internet access in their home office.

Essential Accountabilities:

Level I

• Conducts medical record review based upon standards outlined in department training manual
• Retrieves, abstracts and transmits pertinent medical record information as it relates to regulatory requirements, including but not limited to, HEDIS/QARR, CMS and DOH.
• Reviews chart abstractions from offshore vendor team
• Travels to/from provider offices or other health facilities to complete reviews, as necessary.
• Performs outreach to members and/or providers to facilitate appropriate preventive and chronic illness care, as necessary.
• Consistently demonstrates high standards of integrity by supporting the Lifetime Healthcare Companies' mission and values, adhering to the Corporate Code of Conduct, and leading to the Lifetime Way values and beliefs.
• Maintains high regard for member privacy in accordance with the corporate privacy policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
• Performs other functions as assigned by management.

Level II (in addition to Level I Accountabilities)

• Audits the retrieval and abstraction efforts of Level I teammates.
• Accompanies Level I team members on provider/facility visits for training and/or oversight purposes.

Minimum Qualifications:

NOTE:

We include multiple levels of classification differentiated by demonstrated knowledge, skills, and the ability to manage increasingly independent and/or complex assignments, broader responsibility, additional decision making, and in some cases, becoming a resource to others. In addition to using this differentiated approach to place new hires, it also provides guideposts for employee development and promotional opportunities.

All Levels

• RN with current New York State License or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) with a minimum of two years of extensive medical record review experience
• Electronic Medical Record/Electronic Health Record experience preferred.
• HEDIS experience preferred.
• Home office set up with high-speed internet service.
• Microsoft office product experience preferred.
• Capable of day travel.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while meeting deadlines. Ability to multi-task and independently troubleshoot problems.
• Must be available and accessible during business hours.

Level II (in addition to Level I Qualifications)

• A minimum of 3 years progressive HEDIS experience as per diem clinical reviewer.
• Recognized as a HEDIS, QARR, and QRS hybrid subject matter expert.
• Experience interacting with providers, external regulators and Certified NCQA auditors.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel across the health plan service regions as needed.

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One Mission. One Vision. One I.D.E.A. One you.

Together we can create a better I.D.E.A. for our communities.

At the Lifetime Healthcare Companies, we're on a mission to make our communities healthier, and we can't do it without you. We know inclusion of all people helps fuel our mission and that's why we approach our work from an I.D.E.A. mindset (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access). By activating all of our employees' experiences, skills, and perspectives, we take action toward greater health equity.

We aspire for our employees' interests and values to reflect the communities we live in and serve, and strongly encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

OUR COMPANY CULTURE:

Employees are united by our Lifetime Way Values & Behaviors that include compassion, pride, excellence, innovation and having fun! We aim to be an employer of choice by valuing an inclusive workforce, innovative thinking, employee development, and by offering competitive compensation and benefits.

In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation Range(s):

Grade N7: Minimum $23.56 - Maximum $37.70

The salary range indicated in this posting represents the minimum and maximum of the salary range for this position. Actual salary will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, budget available, prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position's minimum qualifications, in addition to internal equity. The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components of the total rewards package may include participation in group health and/or dental insurance, retirement plan, wellness program, paid time away from work, and paid holidays.

Please note: There may be opportunity for remote work within all jobs posted by the Excellus Talent Acquisition team. This decision is made on a case-by-case basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.