Market Access Case Manager (Contract)

<p style="line-height:1.38;text-align:justify;">Kandu, Inc. is  pioneering an integrated approach to stroke recovery by combining FDA-cleared brain-computer interface technology with personalized telehealth services. Our IpsiHand® device is durable medical equipment that enables chronic stroke survivors to regain upper extremity function with daily home use. Combining this advanced technology with the support of expert clinicians offers a comprehensive path to recovery–helping survivors improve mobility, independence, and quality of life. </p><p>The Market Access Case Manager manages the prior authorization process for patients seeking insurance coverage for the IpsiHand Rehabilitation system. This full-time role is responsible for review of medical records and establishment of medical necessity, compilation and submission of applications for prior authorization and in-network gap exceptions, and negotiation of Single Case Agreements (SCAs) for patient-level device coverage. Case Managers work with patients across all US states and territories, and over 100 different Medicare Advantage, Commercial, and Managed Medicaid health plans.</p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>What You’ll Do </strong></span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size:12px;">Prior Authorization and In-Network Gap Exceptions</span></strong></p><ul><li>Review prescriptions, medical records, letters of medical necessity and case documentation provided by intake specialists for accuracy and completeness. Informed by these materials and health plan medical policy, develop patient-specific tactics and narratives to support medical necessity and positive coverage decisions.</li><li>Partner cross-departmentally and cross-functionally to address gaps in medical records, prescriptions, and prescriber credentials prior to submitting for prior authorization</li><li>Prepare, assemble, and submit prior authorization requests to health plans, including Medicare Advantage, Managed Medicaid, and Commercial insurers across all 50 states.</li><li>Serve as primary point of contact for insurance companies, following up by phone, fax and email to ensure timely and accurate processing of prior authorization requests</li><li>Identify and escalate systemic and plan-specific issues presenting challenges or opportunities to leadership</li><li>Complete accurate and timely documentation of all case-related information,records, and payer communications in company platforms</li><li>Identify the need for and request in-network gap exceptions when Neurolutions or its distributors are not in-network</li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size:12px;">Single Case Agreements</span></strong></p><ul><li>Submit applications to health plans and negotiate payment rates for Single Case Agreements.</li><li>Shepherd agreed upon Single Case Agreements through contract execution, ensuring that fully-executed documents are received and recorded appropriately in company platforms in a timely manner</li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size:12px;">Collaboration</span></strong></p><ul><li>Partner cross-functionally with Commercial, Patient Intake, RCM and Clinical teams to share information, facilitate high-quality handoffs, and optimize patient experience</li><li>Identify and share best practices with peers and leadership team to support continued improvement in organizational competencies</li><li>May be assigned additional responsibilities to meet departmental and organizational priorities</li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size:12px;">Compliance</span></strong></p><ul><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payer requirements, clinical criteria, and regulatory changes that impact the prior authorization processes.</li><li>Comply with all HIPAA guidelines, ensuring that all documentation and communications are handled securely and confidentially</li><li>Recognize and report any product quality complaints in accordance with company SOPs</li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">What You’ll Bring</span></strong></p><ul><li>High School Diploma Or GED required. AA, BA, or BS desirable</li><li>Minimum three years experience working in a healthcare environment (medical devices,insurance, or healthcare services)</li><li>Experience in prior authorization submissions and appeals</li><li>Competency working in SalesForce, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office</li><li>Demonstrated customer service skills</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Deep understanding of market access, reimbursement, and payer landscapes</li><li>Strong problem-solving and escalation management skills</li><li>Advanced communication skills (providers,patients,payers)</li><li>Ability to prioritize workload and manage complex cases independently</li><li>Understand types of insurance and their implications, including HMO, POS, and D-SNP plans, out-of-pocket obligations, provider networks, and Coordination of Benefits between primary and secondary insurance</li></ul><p><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Other requirements</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><em>Employment eligibility to work in the United States is required. The company does not sponsor employment visas for this position at this time.</em></span></li><li>Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods and use standard office equipment.</li><li>Ability to read and interpret clinical and insurance documents and communicate information clearly by phone and in writing.</li></ul><p><strong>Work Environment and Schedule</strong></p><p>This position is primarily remote depending on company policy. Occasional travel may be required for team meetings. Standard business hours apply, with flexibility to address urgent</p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>What We Offer:</strong></span></p><ul><li>Competitive Compensation ($35 to $40 hourly DOE)</li></ul><p>Please note that the salary information is a general guidance only. Kandu, Inc. considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills and internal parity, as well as location, market and business considerations when extending an offer.<br><br><span style="font-size:11px;">Kandu, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</span></p>

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