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Job Summary
We are seeking Grievance and Appeals Specialists who enjoy research, documentation, regulatory accuracy, and clear written communication. This role supports the Enterprise Grievance and Appeals function by reviewing, analyzing, and processing non-complex pre-service and post-service grievance and appeal requests. The position offers exposure to multiple health plan products, cross-functional collaboration, structured training, established guidelines, and supportive processes that help team members succeed in a compliance-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Review, analyze, and process non-complex healthcare grievances and appeals from members, providers, regulatory entities, and third parties.
Research grievance and appeal issues using established guidelines, review tools, claims information, provider network details, and medical records.
Prepare clear written determination communications in accordance with regulatory, accreditation, and internal policy requirements.
Route appropriate cases to nursing, medical management, legal, service operations, or other internal teams for additional review.
Ensure case handling aligns with applicable URAC, NCQA, regulatory, and departmental standards.
Serve as a liaison between grievance and appeals teams and internal business partners as needed.
Pay, Type, and Location
Pay rate: $27 to $27.20 per hour.
Job type: Contract/Temporary.
Location: Los Angeles, CA. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Woodland Hills, CA.
Flexible PST schedule options available after training: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Required Qualifications and Skills
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Commercial Grievances and Appeals.
Strong business writing skills with the ability to communicate determinations in clear, understandable language.
Understanding of healthcare claims processes, provider networks, and medical management workflows.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
Ability to follow detailed procedures, regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and internal policies.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive healthcare information accurately and professionally.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a healthcare insurance, managed care, or health plan environment.
Familiarity with HMO, PPO, POS, EPO, CDHP, indemnity, or related health plan products.
Knowledge of URAC and NCQA accreditation requirements.
Experience using internal healthcare claims, grievance, appeal, or customer service technology platforms.
Prior experience supporting regulatory, executive, provider, or member grievance cases.
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Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
Who can apply
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