Fraud Referral Specialist - Medicare

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SafeGuard Services (SGS), a subsidiary of Peraton, performs data analysis, investigation, and medical review to detect, prevent, deter, reduce, and make referrals to recover fraud, waste, and abuse.

We are looking to add a Fraud Referral Specialist to our SGS team of talented professionals.

 

 

The position requires the individual to use a variety of tools to assist in the evaluation of referrals and complaints, as well as development of investigations to identify potential fraud. Development of investigations commonly include responding to referrals from other entities, fielding requests for data and support, analyzing and interpreting claims data for aberrancies, conducting interviews, and reporting findings with a focus on taking quick and appropriate follow up actions. Follow up actions commonly include referrals to field investigative teams or to the data team for further analysis.  

• →Perform research and draw conclusions
• →Evaluate complaints and referrals for further investigation
• →Present issues of concern, citing regulatory violations, alleging schemes or scams to defraud the Government
• →Organize a case file, accurately and thoroughly document all steps taken
• →Conduct background investigation on providers within the Medicare program
• →Compose correspondence, reports, and referral summary letters
• →Educate providers, provider associations, law enforcement, other contractors, and beneficiary advocacy groups on program safeguard matters
• →Telework position avaialble from EST, CST, MST time Zones. 

• 2 years with a Bachelors or 6 years with a HS diploma/equivalent
• At least 2 years of prior experience evaluating complaints or referrals required
• Investigative or analytical experience
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, research, and organizational skills are required
• Excellent verbal and written communications
• Strong PC knowledge and skills
• Strong use of Excel and being able to sort and filter data
• Strong time management and organizational skills required
• Self-driven and motivated
• U.S. citizenship required

• This position may require the incumbent to appear in court to testify about work findings.
• Ability to communicate effectively, internally, and externally
• Ability to interpret laws and regulations
• Ability to handle confidential material
• Ability to report work activity on a timely basis
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team to deliver high-quality work
• Ability to attend meetings, training, and conferences, some overnight travel 

$51,000 - $82,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

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