Network Relations Consultant

Company: Anthem, Inc.
Location: Cary
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

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• NEW! Didn't find a job that is right for you? Join a Talent Network to stay informed on news and job opportunities with the Anthem Team! It is important that you apply using an email address which is unique to you and not shared with a friend, relative, spouse, or significant other. Our recruiting system uses your email address as your unique identifier. If you apply with a shared email address, your application will overwrite any previous applicant record with the same email address. Additionally, please ensure that you use a valid email address, free from typos, as there are a variety of communications which may be sent to the email address with which you apply Network Relations Consultant Your Talent. Our Vision. At Anthem, Inc., it's a powerful combination, and the foundation upon which we're creating greater access to care for our members, greater value for our customers, and greater health for our communities. Join us and together we will drive the future of health care. This is an exceptional opportunity to do innovative work that means more to you and those we serve at one of America's leading health care companies and a Fortune Top 50 Company. Network Relations Consultant Remote opportunity-North Carolina (Preferred location - reside in one of the following cities- Asheville, Black Mountain, Marion, Weaverville, Marshall, Waynesville, Sylva, Glenville, Brevard, Hendersonville, Fletcher, Robbinsville, Topton, Andrews, Murphy, Hayesville, Franklin, Highlands Lenoir, Morganton, Bryson City), NC Possible other locations include ; Cary, NC, Raleigh-Durham, NC The--Network Relations Consultant--will develop and maintain positive relationships with the provider community by regular on-site visits, communicating administrative and programmatic changes, conducting provider education and offers resolution of provider issues. You will serve as a knowledge and resource expert regarding provider issues impacting provider satisfaction, research and resolve complex provider issues and appeals for prompt resolution for HealthyBlue, NC plan.--
  • May be responsible for coordinating non-negotiated contracts for new and existing providers as needed.
  • Researches, analyzes and recommends resolution for contract disputes, non-routine claim issues, billing questions and other practices.
  • Conducts seminars to support the understanding of managed care policies and procedures.
  • Identifies network access and deficiencies and develops recruitment and contracting strategies.
  • Coordinates and conducts provider training including developing and distributing provider relations materials.
  • Responsible for providing quality, accessible and comprehensive service to the company's provider community.
  • Provides assistance regarding education, contract questions and non-routine claim issues.
  • Coordinates communications process on such issues as administrative and medical policy, reimbursement and provider utilization patterns.
  • Coordinates prompt claims resolution through direct contact with providers, claims, pricing and medical management department. Identifies and reports on provider utilization patterns which have a direct impact on the quality of service delivery.
  • Tracks and conducts provider refresher training.
  • Researches issues that may impact future provider negotiations or jeopardize network retention. Qualifications Additional Experience:
    • Managed care experience to include provider training orientations, claims resolution (end to end) and medical policy required.
    • Provider Relations/Provider customer service experience preferred.
    • Network contracting experience preferred.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • May require up to 80% day travel. Systems:
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      • Sharepoint Requires a Bachelor's degree; 3 years of customer service experience including 2 years' experience as a Network Management Rep; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Travel may be required.
        
        Anthem, Inc. is ranked as one of America's Most Admired Companies among health insurers by Fortune magazine and has been named a 2019 Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes. To learn more about our company and apply, please visit us at careers.antheminc.com. An Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Anthem promotes the delivery of services in a culturally competent manner and considers cultural competency when evaluating applicants for all Anthem positions. Please be advised that Anthem only accepts resumes from agencies that have a signed agreement with Anthem. Accordingly, Anthem is not obligated to pay referral fees to any agency that is not a party to an agreement with Anthem. Thus, any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Anthem. EEO is the Law Please use the links below to review statements of protection from discrimination under Federal law for job applicants and employees. Anthem, Inc. is committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please email Human Resources at ability@icareerhelp.com for further assistance. *WARNING : Please beware of phishing scams that solicit interviews or promote work-at-home opportunities, some of which may pose as legitimate companies. Please be advised that Anthem will never ask you for a credit card, send you a check, or ask you for any type of payment as part of consideration for employment with our company. If you feel that you have been the victim of a scam such as this, please report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission here by selecting the 'Rip-offs and Imposter Scams' option. Anthem requires a completed online application for consideration of employment for any position.

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