Nurse Medical Bill Auditor New

Introduction

Zenith is a team of Workers' Compensation Specialists committed to helping businesses succeed by protecting against the financial and human consequences of workplace injuries, providing for the needs of injured employees and making the workplace safer. To distinguish ourselves as the desired provider of Workers' Compensation Insurance, values such as collaboration, work-life balance, and integrity are placed at the center of all our operations. In addition, Zenith supports career advancement through a dedication to ongoing learning and development. An individual coming to Zenith will not only receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, but continuous opportunities to grow as a professional.

Overview

Responsible for clinical review and analysis and appropriate adjustment of billing as needed based on Workers Compensation fee schedules and guidelines or other jurisdictional pricing applications. Uses independent judgment to negotiate and communicate with medical providers to obtain the best outcome. Assists management in identifying areas of opportunity based on current medical billing environments. Provides written and verbal interpretation of reviews if a contested case goes to trial. Partners with effective interaction with claims and claims legal. May involve assisting with special projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and audits medical bills from multiple states in order to verify, adjust, or recommend payment in accordance with state fee schedules, coding guidelines, healthcare regulations and medical compliance.
• Monitors billing for trends.
• Communicates with providers regarding disputed claims and payments.
• Ensures an ongoing working relationship with providers.
• Advises Legal department on fee schedule guidelines, billing rules and medical compliance/standards.
• Consults Legal on bill reimbursement and state appeals.
• Evaluates and negotiates high dollar bills that have the potential for significant savings and/or reconcile outstanding provider balances to mutual satisfaction.
• Represents the company at the state level when involved with workshops, state appeals, hearing disputes, and legislative hearings.
• Provides resources to Bill Review analysts and management for special projects, training, and reports.
• Advocate a collaborative working relationship with claims and advise on particular bills or payment strategies.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.
• Professional Development.
• Maintains clear and active license in state(s) employed.
• Pursues continuing education to maintain licensure active status, in technical areas related to Workers´ Compensation injuries, illnesses and bill auditing.
• Possesses or pursues additional professional designations such as coding certifications from AHIMA/AAPC/CMAS.
• Maintains strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Works productively and harmoniously with others on a consistent basis.
• Responds positively to direction and feedback on performance.
• Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.
• Perform other duties/projects as assigned.
  
  

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required
  
  

Work Experience

• 4+ years of clinical experience in Orthopedics, ER, Occupational Health and/or similar specialty fields.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Active and clear RN with extensive, relevant coding and bill auditing experience.
• Experience with/understanding of utilization/bill review, claims, managed care processing; Workers´ Compensation Bill Audit experience, including knowledge of workers´ compensation laws/fee schedules in most states, preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, problem solving and analytical skills and strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - oral and written.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Experience with Windows (3.1 or higher), Microsoft Office, and Excel.
  
  

Pay, Benefits, And Other Information

The expected salary range for this position is $77,942 - $97,428. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
• 401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education and Training Reimbursement
• Paid Leave: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave
• 10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• For more information, review details on the Benefits page of our Career Site: https://www.thezenith.com/careers/benefits/
  
  

Zenith typically posts jobs for a minimum of 8 to 14 calendar days. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. In compliance with California law, we are committed to fair hiring practices. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008), we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Additionally, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will not inquire about an applicant’s criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance accessing our career center or applying for a position due to your disability, you are entitled to request an accommodation. To make a request, please contact a Human resources representative at Zenith Insurance Company.