Job duties include but are not limited to: understanding insurance contract terms, reviewing claim denials and underpayments to determine if additional payment amounts can be expected, analyzing medical records and determining if a member or an Independent Review organization (IRO) appeal is necessary, understanding payer medical policy guidelines, preparing IRO appeal documentation which may include correcting and resubmitting claims, gathering additional information, reviewing medical records, acting as a liaison between healthcare providers for any additional medical documentation or clarification, and submitting provider, member and IRO/ALJ appeals in a timely manner. Extensive review of medical records for medical necessity criteria, filing written letters of appeal on denied claims, filing complaints with state Department of Insurance, acting as a liaison between healthcare providers for any additional medical documentation or clarification, and submitting appeals in a timely manner.