Summary
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we have been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are committed to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Here is your opportunity to join a dynamic team at a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future.
Description
Position Purpose: We are currently hiring for an Appeals Manager to join BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. In this role as an Appeals Manager, you will be managing the successful operations of a department that is responsible for administering part of a Medicare service contract. Functional areas may include but are not limited to: quality independent contractor (QIC), administration, appeals, systems, or records.
Logistics: CGS (cgsadmin.com) , – one of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s subsidiary companies.
Location: This position is full-time 40-45 hours/week (45 hours due to special projects and assignments) Monday-Friday with the flexibility to begin work at 5:00am or 9:00am Central Time. This role will be onsite at the One Century Plaza location in Nashville, TN. may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime.
Government Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, which requires applicants to be a U.S. Citizen.
What You’ll Do:
Provides management oversight of departmental staff and programs.
Ensures compliance with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines and performance standards.
Collaborates with other functional areas to resolve multifunctional issues
Participates in special projects as assigned
To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following:
Required Education: Bachelor's
Required Work Experience: 5 years in leadership position responsible for staff management in Medicare or similar environment or equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above.
Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent judgment, organizational, customer service, analytical/critical thinking skills. Proficiency in grammar, spelling, punctuation skills. Basic business math proficiency. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion. Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software.
Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office.
We Prefer That You Have The Following:
Bachelor's degree-Business Administration, Business Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
7 years-in leadership position responsible for staff management in Medicare environment or equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above; experience to also include claims, medical affairs, or provider network experience.
Ability to use complex mathematical calculations. Knowledge of mathematical or statistical concepts. Knowledge of database software.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following:
We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.
Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
401k retirement savings plan with company match
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Education Assistance
Service Recognition
National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
What We Can Do for You:
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