Network Relations Consultant, LTSS Provider Representative

Location: Kansas. This position will work a hybrid model (remote and office). The ideal candidate will live within 50 miles of one of our Kansas Elevance Health PulsePoint locations.

The Network Relations Consultant, LTSS Provider Representative develops and maintains positive provider relationships with the Kansas LTSS provider community by regular on-site visits, communicating administrative and programmatic changes, and facilitating, education and the resolution of provider issues. Serving as a knowledge and resource expert regarding provider issues impacting provider satisfaction, researches and resolves complex provider issues and appeals for prompt resolution.

How you will make an impact:

• May be responsible for coordinating non-negotiated contracts for new and existing providers as needed.
• Researches, analyzes and recommends resolution for contract dispute, non-routine claim issues, billing questions and other practices.
• May participate in Joint Operation Committees (JOC) of larger provider groups.
• Coordinates communication process on such issues as administrative and medical policy, reimbursement and provider utilization patterns.
• 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.
• Provide 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 conduct provider refresher training.
• Researches issues that may impact future provider negotiations or jeopardize network retention.  

Minimum requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 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.  

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:

• Previous experience providing resolution of issues that include but are not limited to: Enrollment/eligibility determinations; credentialing issues; authorization issues; and Claims processing/payment disputes is highly preferred.

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Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.