[Remote] ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - IDRE - REMOTE
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. iMPROve Health is Michigan’s Medicare-designated Quality Improvement Organization, dedicated to improving healthcare across the continuum of care. They are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support their Independent Dispute Resolution operations, ensuring that disputes are prepared accurately and managed in compliance with federal regulations.
Responsibilities
- Manage administrative responsibilities for the Federal IDRE program, including data entry, report generation, and case documentation management
- Download and upload dispute documentation between federal portals, third-party platforms, and internal systems
- Assist with dispute preparation for arbitration, ensuring all submissions are complete, accurate, and compliant with program requirements
- Process disputes for eligibility as required
- Develop and maintain tracking spreadsheets, templates, reports, and other program support tools
- Electronically manage, organize, and maintain dispute-related documentation and records
- Support the preparation and execution of digital signatures and PDF document management activities
- Work closely with the Federal IDRE team to track deadlines, case statuses, and required submissions throughout the dispute lifecycle
- Update databases, spreadsheets, and tracking systems with case information and documentation details
- Organize and maintain electronic case files, document repositories, and folder structures
- Coordinate with internal departments, including Finance, Operations, and other support teams, to ensure timely dispute processing and resolution
- Assist with scheduling internal and external meetings and coordinating meeting logistics
- Monitor case progress and proactively identify potential delays, missing documentation, or processing issues requiring escalation
- Manage a high-volume shared email inbox that receives a broad range of inquiries and requests related to the No Surprises Act and Independent Dispute Resolution process
- Review, prioritize, triage, and route incoming communications to the appropriate team members for action
- Monitor and respond to internal and external email and phone inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Identify claims or disputes requiring additional investigation, research, or escalation
- Process and coordinate requests related to portal access, account management, and user support
- Coordinate and schedule internal and external meetings and follow-up activities
- Respond to inquiries regarding dispute status, payment status, eligibility determinations, documentation requirements, and general program processes
- Manage and appropriately route complaints, concerns, and questions related to determination decisions and dispute outcomes
- Ensure all communications, inquiries, and requests are documented and tracked according to established procedures
- Support the team in meeting daily processing targets and service expectations while maintaining a high level of customer service
- Maintain established productivity, quality, and turnaround time standards for the Federal IDRE program
- Effectively manage competing priorities while balancing multiple cases, deadlines, systems, and administrative responsibilities
- Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail while working with large volumes of documentation and data
- Consistently meet case processing, documentation, and quality assurance requirements
- Demonstrate sound judgment when determining appropriate actions, escalation needs, and issue resolution pathways
- Proactively communicate risks, barriers, or delays that could impact case processing or regulatory compliance
- Support continuous process improvement efforts by identifying workflow efficiencies and opportunities to improve team performance and customer service
- Ensure adherence to all company policies, procedures, and operational standards
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA, FISMA, URAC, CMS, FAR, and other applicable federal and contractual regulations
- Handle confidential, sensitive, and protected information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion
- Ensure all dispute documentation and communications are managed in accordance with applicable security and privacy requirements
Skills
- Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Minimum two (2) years of administrative support experience required
- Experience working with complex technology systems (e.g., Salesforce, SharePoint, third-party portals, case management systems)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Customer-service mindset with the ability to professionally manage sensitive, complex, or challenging inquiries
- Ability to maintain productivity and quality standards while handling large volumes of work
- Strong judgment regarding issue identification, escalation, and resolution
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Professional, distraction-free home workspace
- Comfortable using virtual communication tools, including Teams, email, chat, and web-based meeting platforms
- Ability to securely manage electronic documents, digital signatures, and confidential information
- Proficiency navigating multiple cloud-based systems, databases, and third-party platforms simultaneously
- Experience reviewing medical claims, remittance advice, or Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) strongly preferred
- Familiarity with healthcare billing, reimbursement, payer-provider processes, or healthcare operations preferred
- Experience supporting high-volume administrative workflows and managing shared inboxes preferred
- Experience with document management systems, preferably SharePoint
- Comfortable electronically signing, organizing, and managing PDF documents using Foxit or similar tools
- Visio experience is a plus
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a generous 401(k) match
- 100% remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
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