Claims Customer Service Advocate II

Summary Responsible for responding to routine correspondence and telephone inquiries pertaining to claims or appeals. Identifies incorrectly processed claims and completes adjustments and related reprocessing actions. Logistics PGBA – is a subsidiary company of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. Location This position is full-time (40 hours per week) Monday‑Friday in a typical office environment. Employees are required to work any one of our 8‑hour shifts scheduled during hours of 10 AM – 7 PM due to contractual obligations. Training will be Monday‑Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM for approximately 6‑8 weeks. This role is located on site at 17 Technology Circle, Columbia, SC. Government Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, which requires applicants to be a U.S. Citizen. SCA Benefit Requirements: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and its subsidiary companies have contracts with the federal government subject to the Service Contract Act. Under the McNamara‑O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), employees are required to enroll in health insurance benefits regardless of other insurance coverage. Employees will receive supplemental pay until they are enrolled in health benefits 28 days after the hire date. Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future. What You’ll Do Respond to written and/or telephone inquiries according to desk procedures, ensuring that contract standards and objectives for timeliness, productivity, and quality are met. Accurately document inquiries. Identify incorrectly processed claims and process adjustments and reprocessing actions according to department guidelines. Examine and process claims and/or non‑medical appeals according to business/contract regulations, internal standards and examining guidelines. Enter claims into the claim system after verification of correct coding of procedures and diagnosis codes. Ensure claims are processed according to established quality and production standards. Identify complaints and inquiries of a complex level that cannot be resolved following desk procedures and guidelines and refer these to a lead or manager for resolution. Identify and promptly report and/or refer suspected fraudulent activities and system errors to the appropriate departments. To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need the Following: Required Education: A High School Diploma or equivalent Required Work Experience: 1 year of experience including 1 year claims/appeals processing, customer service, or other related support area OR bachelor’s degree in lieu of work experience. Required Skills and Abilities: Good verbal and written communication skills Strong customer service skills Good spelling, punctuation and grammar skills Basic business math proficiency Ability to manage confidential or sensitive information with discretion Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office What We Prefer that you Have the Following: Associate degree Two years of claims processing or call center experience Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following: We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment. Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Life insurance Paid time off (PTO) On‑site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount Tuition assistance Service recognition Employee assistance Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more Equal Employment Opportunity Statement BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy‑related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the company. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis. We participate in E‑Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr