Medical Review Specialist- REMOTE (EST zone)

Medical Review Specialist

The incumbent reviews medical bills utilizing professional knowledge and clinical experience to determine relationship of services billed to the covered injury; applies appropriate review guidelines, assesses appropriate use of medical coding; identifies over-utilization of treatment and makes appropriate reimbursement recommendations for Michigan Workers' Compensation claims. The incumbent is also responsible for the quality timeliness and customer service for assigned accounts.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews medical bills and documentation according to guidelines and RW policies and procedures.
• Determines if treatment is related and necessary to the covered injury.
• Advises reimbursement recommendations are appropriate.
• Provides customer service to adjusters, providers, and claimants regarding bill review.
• Assesses appropriateness and duration of care provided, for possible utilization review.
• Recommends independent medical evaluations (IME) to adjusters when necessary.
• Act as a resource to other staff members to facilitate completion of a quality product.
• Use appropriate reference material as necessary to perform professional review.
• Meets company productivity standards.
• Meets company quality standards.

Professional Background:

Certified Professional Coder required

1+ years medical coding experience CPT, ICD-10 - preferred

1+ years' experience in Medical Bill Repricing preferred

Michigan Workers' Compensation experience- preferred

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to apply clinical knowledge and/or coding expertise in bill review

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English well

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions

Possess strong verbal and interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Possess problems solving skills

Ability to sit for long periods at a computer terminal keyboarding

PC skills required

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products required

Ability to operate standard office equipment including telephone

Personal Characteristics:

Initiative, drive, creativity and persistence

Good organizational skills

Highest professional ethics

Ability to work independently

EEOC Statement:

Medlogix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Medlogix does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We will continue to maintain our commitment to making all employment-related decisions based on the merit of each individual.