POSITION SUMMARY
Acts as the primary resource for assigned, high profile MLTSS (Medicaid Long Term Services and Support) providers or groups (i.e. local, individual providers, small groups/systems) to establish, oversee, and maintain positive relationships by assisting with or responding to complex issues regarding policies and procedures, plan design, contract language, service, claims or compensation issues, and provider education needs.

Fundamental Components:
Optimizes interactions with assigned providers and internal business partners to establish and maintain productive, professional relationships.
-Monitors service capabilities and collaborates cross-functionally to ensure that the needs of constituents are met and that escalated issues related but not limited to, claims payment, contract interpretation or parameters, and accuracy of provider contract or demographic information are resolved.
-Supports or assists with operational activities that may include, but are not limited to, database management, and contract coordination. Performs credentialing support activities as needed.
-Educates providers as needed to ensure compliance with contract policies and parameters, plan design, compensation process, technology, policies, and procedures.
-Meets with key providers periodically to ensure service levels are meeting expectations. Manages the development of agenda, validates materials, and facilitates external provider meetings.
-May collaborate cross-functionally on the implementation of large provider systems, to manage cost drivers and execute specific cost initiatives to support business objectives and to identify trends and enlist assistance in problem resolution.
-Conduct standard provider recruitment, contracting, or re-contracting activities and assist with more complex contracting and discussions as needed by business segment.
-May provide guidance and training to less experienced team members.
-Requires detail oriented candidate with outstanding communication skills.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE desired:
3+ years' experience in business segment environment servicing providers with exposure to MLTSS benefits and/or contract interpretation.
Working knowledge of non traditional ie. MLTSS business segment specific codes, products, and terminology.
3-5 years' experience with business segment specific policy, benefits, plan design and language.
Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, problem resolution and critical thinking skills.

EDUCATION
The highest level of education desired for candidates in this position is a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

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