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Position Summary
Aetna Better Health of Oklahoma, a CVS Health company, is a trusted health partner in the local Oklahoma communities we serve. We provide a full array of innovative services that enhance overall wellness and improve everyday life for our members. At Aetna Better Health of Oklahoma, we value professional development and career growth. You will work along other colleagues who align on Heart at Work behaviors and bringing your heart to every moment of health. We will support you all the way!
This is a full-time teleworker position in Oklahoma. Required work schedule is Wednesday-Sunday, 4PM-12AM.
The Prior Authorization Representative supports comprehensive coordination of medical services including intake, screening and referrals to Aetna Medical Services Programs. Promotes/supports quality effectiveness of Healthcare Services.Performs intake of calls from members or providers regarding services via telephone, fax, EDI.Utilizes QNXT, MedCompass and other Aetna system to build, research and enter member information.Screens requests for appropriate referral to medical services staff.Approve services that do not require a medical review in accordance with the benefit plan.Performs intake of calls from members or providers regarding services via telephone, fax, EDI.Screens requests for appropriate referral to medical services staff.Approve services that do not require a medical review in accordance with the benefit plan.Performs non-medical research including eligibility verification, COB, and benefits verification.Maintains accurate and complete documentation of required information that meets risk management, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.Promotes communication, both internally and externally to enhance effectiveness of medical management services (e.g., claim administrators, Plan Sponsors, and third-party payers as well as member, family, and health care team members respectively). Protects the confidentiality of member information and adheres to company policies regarding confidentiality.Communicate with Aetna Case Managers, when processing transactions for members active in this Program.Supports the administration of the precertification process in compliance with various laws and regulations, URAQ and/or NCQA standards, where applicable, while adhering to company policy and procedures.Places outbound calls to providers under the direction of Medical Management Nurses to obtain clinical information for approval of medical authorizations. Uses Aetna Systems such as QNXT, ProFAX, ProPAT, and Milliman Criteria.Communicates with Aetna Nurses and Medical Directors, when processing transactions for members active in this Program.Sedentary work involving significant periods of sitting, talking, hearing and keying.Work requires visual acuity to perform close inspection of written and computer-generated documents as well as a PC monitor. Working environment includes typical office conditions.Ability to effectively participate in a multi-disciplinary team including internal and external participants.Effective communication, telephonic and organization skills.Ability to coordinate service delivery including attention to customers, sensitivity to issues, proactive identification and resolution of issues to promote positive outcomes for members.Required QualificationsMust reside in Oklahoma 1+ years experience working in a customer service call center, medical office, general office, or other clinical setting Familiarity with basic medical terminology and concepts used in care management.Strong customer service skills.Ability to work on a rotation schedule for weekends/holidays.2+ years' experience using personal computer, keyboard navigation, navigating multiple systems and applications; and using MS Office Suite applications (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)Preferred QualificationsMedicaid or managed care experience is a plus.EducationHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$17.00 - $25.15
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off ("PTO") or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.
For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit jobs.CVSHealth.com/benefits
CVS Health requires certain colleagues to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if required), where allowable under the law, unless they are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, religious belief, or other legally recognized reasons that prevents them from being vaccinated.
You are required to have received at least one COVID-19 shot prior to your first day of employment and to provide proof of your vaccination status or apply for a reasonable accommodation within the first 10 days of your employment. Please note that in some states and roles, you may be required to provide proof of full vaccination or an approved reasonable accommodation before you can begin to actively work.
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