Denial Management Specialist

Company:

Mercy Location:

Washington, MO Career Level:

Associate Industries:

Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description Find your calling at Mercy! The Denial Management Specialist is responsible for facilitating rejection and denial work queue review to ensure that Mercy gets reimbursed for services performed. This position must have a strong understanding of various insurances, prior authorization requirements, and work queue functioning.

Position Details:

Denial Management Specialist Position Summary The Denial Management Specialist is responsible for reviewing and resolving rejection and denial work queues to ensure Mercy receives appropriate reimbursement for services rendered. This role requires a strong understanding of insurance plans, prior authorization requirements, and revenue cycle workflows. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable collaborating with internal teams and external insurance partners. Key Responsibilities Review and manage rejection and denial work queues to ensure timely and accurate resolution Identify root causes of denials and take appropriate action to facilitate reimbursement Work closely with patients, physicians, clinical and non‑clinical staff, and insurance companies Utilize computer systems and work queues to track, document, and resolve assigned accounts Communicate clearly and professionally via phone and written correspondence Meet deadlines and maintain accuracy while managing workload in a fast‑paced environment Minimum Required Qualifications Education High School Diploma or equivalent Licensure / Certification None required Experience Previous experience in a healthcare or insurance‑related setting preferred Skills & Knowledge Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong telephone etiquette required Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, hospital staff, and insurance companies Strong interpersonal and customer service skills Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail Ability to work under stress, meet deadlines, and perform daily assignments with consistent accuracy Proficiency with computer systems and ability to learn new applications quickly Preferred Qualifications Experience Experience with medical terminology Familiarity with insurance plans, prior authorizations, denial management, and work queues Education / Licensure / Certification Not required, but related healthcare or revenue cycle education and training is a plus Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.