Senior Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Medical Reviewer

Company: Inland Empire Health Plan
Location: Rancho Cucamonga
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

*What you can expect! *

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Find joy in serving others with IEHP! We welcome you to join us in "healing and inspiring the human spirit" and to pivot from a "job" opportunity to an *authentic experience!*

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Special Investigations Unit Medical Reviewer (Senior SIU Medical Reviewer) performs clinical and complex reviews of medical records and healthcare claims to substantiate or refute the accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations and contractual requirements of codes billed to identify coding errors and billing discrepancies in relation to incidents of suspected healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) reported to IEHP's Compliance Special Investigations Unit (SIU). The Senior SIU Medical Reviewer will provide guidance and mentorship to SIU Medical Reviewers.

Commitment to Quality: The IEHP Team is committed to incorporate IEHP's Quality Program goals including, but not limited to, HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation.

*Perks*

IEHP is not only committed to healing and inspiring the human spirit of our Members; we also aim to match our Team Members with the same energy by providing prime benefits and more.
* CalPERS retirement
* 457(b) option with a contribution match
* Generous paid time off- vacation, holidays, sick
* State of the art fitness center on-site
* Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
* Paid life insurance for employees with additional options
* Short-term, and long-term disability options
* Pet care insurance
* Flexible Spending Account - Health Care/Childcare
* Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance
* Career advancement opportunities and professional development
* Competitive salary with annual merit increase
* Team bonus opportunities

*Education & Experience*
* A minimum of five (5) years of experience performing medical reviews in support of a healthcare Special Investigations Unit.
* Bachelor's degree in Medical Billing/Medical Coding, Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field from an accredited institution required.
* In lieu of the required degree, a minimum of four (4) years of additional relevant work experience is required for this position. This experience is in addition to the minimum years listed in the Experience Requirements above.
* Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.
* One of the following licenses required:
* Possession of an active, unrestricted, and unencumbered Vocational Nurse (LVN) license issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
* Possession of an active, unrestricted, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California BRN.
* Must have a valid California Driver's License

*Key Qualifications*
* In-depth knowledge of medical coding, billing practices, and healthcare regulations. In-depth understanding of ICD, CPT, HCPCS, DRG, revenue codes, NDC's and other guidelines and general understanding of investigative processes within a healthcare environment are required. Knowledge of Medi-Cal and Medicare rules and regulations, and managed care in California is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,059.20 - $106,059.20 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Loan repayment program
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday



Application Question(s):
* This position requires onsite work, Tu - Thurs with remote opportunities on Mondays and Fridays. Are you ok with this requirement?
* Do you have working exposure with identifying billing discrepancies related to fraud, waste, and abuse?

Experience:
* medical review: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:
* LVN or RN License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

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