Grievances & Appeals Representative
About the role
Become a valued member of Humana's Internal Review Team as a Grievances & Appeals Representative 2, where you will play a critical role in addressing client concerns and denials. You will perform thorough reviews of clinical documentation to assess whether grievances, appeals, or additional requests are justified, then provide final determinations using your expertise and collaboration with clinical and other Humana teams. Your contributions support Humana's commitment to high-quality service and improving the lives of those we serve. Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences. This is a remote position requiring residence in the Central or Eastern Standard Time Zone, a dedicated workspace free of interruptions to protect PHI/HIPAA information, and a self‑provided internet connection with at least 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speed; occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings may be required.
Responsibilities
- Assign cases to team members for submission to an independent entity for 2nd level review.
- Monitor and record the number of cases assigned to the team, as well as the distribution of cases among individual associates.
- Operate within established guidelines to maintain work expectations and quality standards, while exercising discretion in prioritizing tasks and managing timelines with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in adapting to evolving processes and a fast-paced work environment.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience
- Minimum of 1 year of data entry experience
- Experience in a production-driven environment
- Strong experience using multiple Microsoft systems simultaneously (Teams, SharePoint, Excel, etc.)
- Ability to manage large volume on inventory daily
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous inbound call center or related customer service experience
- Previous grievance and appeals experience
- Medical terminology experience
- Bilingual (English and Spanish); ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish
- Prior experience with Medicare
Benefits
Humana offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being, including medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Pay
$40,000 - $52,300 per year (starting base pay for full-time 40 hours per week)
Schedule
Training schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑4:30 pm EST. After training: Wednesday‑Sunday schedule – Wednesday‑Friday shifts 9 am‑5:30 pm EST; Saturday‑Sunday shifts 8 am‑4:30 pm EST. Scheduled weekly hours: 40.