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The SIU Senior Investigator conducts complex investigations to effectively pursue the prevention, investigation and prosecution of healthcare fraud and abuse, to recover lost funds, and to comply with state regulations mandating fraud plans and practices.
What you will do
- Routinely handles complex cases involving behavioral health or multi-disciplinary provider groups in a prepayment environment
- Investigates to prevent payment of fraudulent claims committed by insured's, providers, claimants, etc.
- Researches and prepares cases for clinical and legal review.
- Documents all appropriate case activity in case tracking system.
- Prepares and presents referrals, both internal and external, in the required timeframe.
- Facilitates the recovery of company lost as a result of fraud matters.
- Assists team in identifying resources and best course of action on investigations.
- Cooperates with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in the investigation and prosecution of healthcare fraud and abuse matters.
- Demonstrates high level of knowledge and expertise during interactions and acts confidently when providing testimony during civil and criminal proceedings.
- Gives presentations to internal and external customers regarding healthcare fraud matters and Aetna's approach to fighting fraud.
- Provides input regarding controls for monitoring fraud related issues within the business units.
- Exercises independent judgement and uses available resources and technology in developing evidence, supporting allegations of fraud and abuse
Required Qualifications
- 3 years working on health care fraud, waste, and abuse investigatory and audits required.
- Knowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD coding
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical issues.
- Experience and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Database search tools, and use in the Intranet/Internet to research information.
- Ability to effectively interact with different groups of people at different levels in any situation.
- Ability to utilize company systems to obtain relevant electronic documentation.
- Ability to travel and participate in legal proceedings, arbitrations, depositions, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
- Credentials such as a certification from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE), an accreditation from the National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association (AHFI), or have a minimum of three years Medicaid Fraud, Waste and Abuse investigatory experience.
- Billing and Coding certifications such as CPC (AAPC)and/or CCS (AHIMA)
- Knowledge of Behavioral Health policies and procedures.
- Experience working Behavioral Health fraud cases.
- Strong analytical and research skills using health care data.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Proficient in researching information and identifying information resources.
Education
- Bachelor's degree, or an Associate's degree, with an additional three years (3 years total) working on health care fraud, waste, and abuse investigations and audits required.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$46,988.00 - $122,400.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
Skills Required
- 3 years working on health care fraud, waste, and abuse investigatory and audits
- Knowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD coding
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical issues
- Experience and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Database search tools
- Ability to effectively interact with different groups of people
- Ability to utilize company systems to obtain relevant documentation
- Ability to travel and participate in legal proceedings
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CVS Health and has not been reviewed or approved by CVS Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision with HSA-eligible options, free preventive care, virtual care, and access to MinuteClinic services. Mental-health resources such as counseling support are emphasized, and coverage is often considered solid for full-time colleagues.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 5% after one year and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan are consistently highlighted in Total Rewards materials. Feedback suggests retirement programs are a meaningful strength within the overall package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing offerings include up to 20 no-cost counseling sessions per issue, backup care, tuition assistance, and substantial in-store discounts, alongside broader wellness tools. These everyday perks expand value beyond base pay and can be especially meaningful for full-time schedules.
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