Medical Policy Specialist jobs in Maine

Medical Policy Specialist researches and designs criteria to determine policy guidelines used in review of patient cases to ensure only medically appropriate services are reimbursed. Recommends a policy and process that ensure alignment with company guidelines and nationally accepted medical/coding standards. Being a Medical Policy Specialist establishes the proper codes to use for claims processing. Responds to questions from medical staff and communicates details about policy and guidelines. Additionally, Medical Policy Specialist requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Requires Registered Nurse RN. The Medical Policy Specialist gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Medical Policy Specialist typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Policy Specialist
  • Public Consulting Group
  • Augusta, ME OTHER
  • Overview

    Policy Specialist - Division of Licensing & Certification in Augusta, ME

     

    Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO), an affiliate company of Public Consulting Group LLC, is focused on delighting clients with world-class managed staffing and talent consulting services. SSO is committed to a diverse workforce, which is a reflection of our clients and the people they serve.

    Responsibilities

  • Overview
  • An overview of the work, briefly summarizing the job, the main purpose, the objectives, and the results expected.

    Hearings: Gather program documentation and prepare evidence for hearings related to final agency licensing action. Serve as the department’s representative in fair hearings.

     

    Annotation and Waiver Processes: Process requests for Registry annotations and appeal requests of annotations, petitions for removal of employment bans on the Registry, oversee waiver applications process for the Maine Background Check Center, including drafting and sending letters and following applicant’s due process for any appeal.

     

    Standard Operating Procedures: Assist with writing SOP’s and policy/procedures for various referrals to professional licensing Boards that include relevant statutory references and document confidentiality consistent with statutory requirements.

     

    Conflict Resolution: Assist with preparing, scheduling, and logistics for IDR, IIDR, and informal conferences.

     

    Rulemaking: Assist with revisions to rules, preparing for the rulemaking process, and moving rule revisions forward.

     

    Complaint Referral: Assist with SOP and relevant document review, development, and processes for sharing complaint information with the Office of the Attorney General, Adult Protective Services, and the Office of MaineCare Services Program Integrity Unit.

     

    Memoranda of Understanding: Service as liaison between DLC programs and other state offices and outside entities in the process of updating MOUs.

                   

    Legislative Tracking: Listen to and record committee discussion/bill tracking when legislature is in session.

     

  • Duties and Deliverable (Outline of specific job duties)
  • Specific duties required of the resource, as well as any expected deliverables, including necessary travel expectations.

     

    Hearings: Gather program documentation and prepare evidence for hearings related to final agency licensing action. Serve as the department’s representative in fair hearings.

     

    Annotation and Waiver Processes: Process requests for Registry annotations and appeal requests of annotations, petitions for removal of employment bans on the Registry, oversee waiver applications process for the Maine Background Check Center, including drafting and sending letters and following applicant’s due process for any appeal.

     

    Standard Operating Procedures: Assist with writing SOP’s and policy/procedures for various referrals to professional licensing Boards that include relevant statutory references and document confidentiality consistent with statutory requirements.

     

    Conflict Resolution: Assist with preparing, scheduling, and logistics for IDR, IIDR, and informal conferences.

     

    Rulemaking: Assist with revisions to rules, preparing for the rulemaking process, and moving rule revisions forward.

     

    Complaint Referral: Assist with SOP and relevant document review, development, and processes for sharing complaint information with the Office of the Attorney General, Adult Protective Services, and the Office of MaineCare Services Program Integrity Unit.

     

    Memoranda of Understanding: Service as liaison between DLC programs and other state offices and outside entities in the process of updating MOUs.

                   

    Legislative Tracking: Listen to and record committee discussion/bill tracking when legislature is in session.

     

     

  • Schedule
  • Summary of work schedule, including normal working hours, on-call expectations, allowed time off (which is non-billable), ability to work remote.

     

     

    Normal working hours flexible, typically 8-5 with 1 hr. lunch.   40 hrs. per week Full Time

     

    Qualifications

     
  • Knowledge, Skills and Certifications
  • Specific qualifications needed to perform the job including, necessary licenses, knowledge, skills, education, experience, training, and technical skills.

    Some level of college experience with experience in preparing documents for administrative hearings, experience with/in how administrative hearings are conducted with a strong preference for a paralegal degree or certification.     

     

     All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. 

    Compensation

    Compensation for roles at Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, SSO provides a reasonable compensation for this role: $24.96 per hour. In addition, SSO provides a range of benefits for this role.

    EEO Statement

    Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.

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Medical Policy Consultant
  • Elevance Health
  • South Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • National Government Services is a proud member of Elevance Health Companies, Inc. family of brands. We administer government contracts for Medicare and partner with the Centers for Medicare and Medica...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Policy Associate — Coverage, Cost, and Value
  • National Academy for State Health Policy
  • Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • NASHP is seeking a policy associate to help support the work of our Coverage, Cost, and Value (CCV) team, particularly focusing on prescription drug pricing. CCV’s projects focus on supporting states ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Medical Billing Specialist
  • Bedard Pharmacy & Medical Supplies
  • Auburn, ME FULL_TIME
  • Medical Billing Specialist Job Details Bedard Pharmacy & Medical Supplies is hiring a Medical Billing Specialist for our Auburn location. This is a full-time position Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Technical Assistance and Data Specialist - Justice Policy Program (Two Positions)
  • University of Maine
  • Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • Position Title: Technical Assistance and Data Specialist - Justice Policy Program (Two Positions) Campus: Portland City, State: Portland ME Department: Catherine E. Cutler Institute - PMCCI Bargaining...
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Ortho Surgery 1st Assist PA opening in Eastern Maine
  • Physician&Advanced Practice Specialist-GoStaffing
  • , ME FULL_TIME
  • Great facility is seeking an Orthopedic Surgery 1st Assist Physician Assistant in Eastern Maine. Full-time, 40hrs wk. Morning in the OR and afternoon clinic. Seeking candidates with some Orthopedic ex...
  • 8 Days Ago

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(Physician) Medical Specialist 2
  • Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
  • Thiells, NY
  • Job Description Job Description EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT EOA #: 23-061RR EOA DATE: March 15, 2024 REPLY BY: S...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Specialist
  • U.S. Air Force Reserve
  • Position Summary Our hundreds of medical facilities around the world are only as good as the staff who run them. Providi...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bio Medical Specialist
  • United Health Services
  • Johnson City, NY
  • Bio Medical Specialist, UHS Wilson Medical Center United Health Services is seeking a Bio Medical Specialist to join our...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Specialist 2
  • State of New York
  • Tupper Lake, NY
  • Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via tex...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Specialist 1
  • State of New York
  • Tupper Lake, NY
  • Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via tex...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Specialist 2
  • State of New York
  • Thiells, NY
  • Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via tex...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Assistant/ Medication Specialist
  • Nidraveda PA
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Job Description Job Description We are looking for someone with a professional attitude, a dedication to healthcare, and...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Medication Specialist
  • Mosaic
  • Beatrice, NE
  • Schedule: Full-Time Days, Evenings, Overnights Part-Time Evenings If making a positive impact in the lives of others is ...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

To the south and east is the Atlantic Ocean and to the north and northeast is New Brunswick, a province of Canada. The Canadian province of Quebec is to the northwest. Maine is both the northernmost state in New England and the largest, accounting for almost half of the region's entire land area. Maine is the only state in the continental US to border only one other American state (New Hampshire to the South and West). Maine is the easternmost state in the United States in both its extreme points and its geographic center. The town of Lubec is the easternmost organized settlement in the United...
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Income Estimation for Medical Policy Specialist jobs
$87,435 to $106,723

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