Description

Medical Credentialing Specialist

Full Time | Non-Exempt | Hybrid Remote (Must live in Twin Cities Metro)

About This Role:Tareen Dermatology is actively hiring for a Medical Credentialing Specialist. This role will be responsible for credentialing/re-credentialing all current and future practitioners, practitioner & location payer credentialing, and ensuring all licenses are active and updated. This position is primarily remote but requires candidates to live within the Twin Cities Metro and be available for occasional on-site meetings.

What We are Looking For:Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required
1-2 years of experience in credentialing role within a healthcare setting required.
Previous dermatology experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

Proficient in typing, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and oral communication.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Detail oriented and highly organized.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
Prior credentialing experience within a medical office/clinic required.
Ability to communicate calmly and clearly with payers and others on the phone and in-person.
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to navigate Practice Management and EHR systems.

What You Will Do:

Credentialing/re-credentialing of current and future practitioners.
Credentialing/re-credentialing for dispensary services.
Submit necessary documents to insurance payers in a timely manner to ensure efficient processing.
Submit change request forms to payers for payer established new hires allowing for enough time to credential prior to start date.
Location credentialing for new clinics.
Create and keep up to date credentialing progress logs for new hires pending credentialing.
Maintain updated credentialing contact list per insurance plan.
Update practitioner NPI information on NPPES as needed.
Obtain updated medical licenses, DEA certificates, and board certifications from practitioners.
Verify updated medical licenses, DEA certificates, and board certifications.
Update insurance payers with current malpractice and license documents prior to document expropriation.
Term former practitioners from networks as appropriate.
Update and distribute insurance lists as changes occur.
Troubleshoot credentialing insurance issues with billing/insurance staff and supervisor as needed.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Follow HIPAA and OSHA policies.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits & Perks:

Pay range: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour
Paid Time Off
401 (k)
401 (k) matching
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee assistance program
Disability Insurance
Paid Holidays

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

This position is primarily remote.
Work is performed in a computer-based environment requiring prolonged periods of sitting and screen use.
Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment.
Frequent communication via phone, video, and electronic messaging systems.
Occasional standing, walking, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching may be required.
Ability to lift or move items up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

About Tareen Dermatology

The mission of Tareen Dermatology is to provide compassionate, state-of-the-art dermatologic care with an emphasis on early diagnosis, patient education, and comprehensive skincare.Our vision is to exceed patients’ expectations by providing individualized, expert, and ethical care. We strive to be leaders in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology while giving back through service in our community. We foster a collaborative, patient-centered environment guided by excellence, integrity, and compassion.Tareen Dermatology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.