State of Minnesota Jobs

Working Title: Health Insurance Recovery Unit Specialist

Job Class: Human Services Program Specialist 2

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 77760

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 06/20/2024

• Closing Date : 06/26/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

• Division/Unit : Health Care Administration / Integrity and Accountability

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $24.92 - $36.34 / hourly; $52,032 - $75,877 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This team is currently eligible for Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) ; however, this may change in the future with notice.

This position is responsible for assuring that Medicaid is the payer of last resort in cases where a third party such as medical/dental/vision/pharmacy/long term care insurance exists. The position administers the Third Party Liability (TPL) program, which is the Medicaid program responsible for cost avoidance and recovery as required by federal and state law.

Responsibilities include:

· Review third party liability information from various sources to ensure accuracy.

· Coordinate and account for the daily activities associated with the payment or denial of Medicaid benefits.

· Submit medical/dental/vision/pharmacy claims to insurance carriers for recoveries owed to Medicaid.

· Correspond in writing and by phone with providers and clients to ensure the proper coordination of benefits.

· Formally communicate policy and procedure and respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding TPL and the cost effective health insurance (CEHI) program.

· Track, receive, document and process payments from third party payers.

· Coordinate with the lead worker and supervisor to address and communicate ongoing business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year professional Third Party Liability or health care claims experience.

OR

Three (3) years advanced technical experience requiring knowledge of Third Party Liability and claims processing.

AND

Experience must clearly demonstrate:

· Database management skills sufficient to navigate databases and systems, multiple software applications and screens.

· Ability to efficiently manage time and apply logic in a work environment requiring fast and accurate response to time sensitive work load.

· Excellent customer relations skills to provide information in a professional and courteous manner to consumers, communication includes phone calls, email and letter correspondence.

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Social Services or related field may substitute for two (2) years of advanced technical experience

Preferred Qualifications

· Familiarity with Minnesota Health Care Programs

· Experience using MMIS, MAXIS or METS

· Ability to examine program costs, services and impacts to analyze and interpret program information

· Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.