* This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and validating utilization and cost models which characterize providers' claims submissions and treatment patterns Additional responsibilities include determining if dentists are meeting the terms of participation in provider networks throughout the Enterprise and gathering and analyzing data from Enterprise repositories for recruitment purposes.
* Performs queries, maintains integrity of databases and repositories and collects data to be used for ad-hoc request reports and documentation.
* Prepares compensation reports and actuarial requests for compensation comparisons and analysis for compensation review committee meetings.
* Reviews and prepares reports, compiles statistics, and analyzes data regarding dentists that are requesting to have changes made to their compensation.
* Coordinates collection of internal data to facilitate investigation of irregularities by dentists, enrollees or other external entities, and respond to inquiries from internal investigative requests from compliance or legal.
* Assists with onsite investigations into cases of suspected fraud or misrepresentation involving providers, brokers, clients or enrollees by collecting and providing the necessary data and statistics.
* Keeps abreast of network infrastructure and leverages data sets needed to meet Enterprise business requirements.
* Reviews profiling parameters for statistical validity and recommend adjustments.
* Supports Client Acceptance Testing of Enterprise approved business applications and provides input to improve reliability and accuracy of data.
* Trouble shoots and suggests improvements to systems and software applications.
* Builds, develops and tests applicability of new utilization models based on claims data from MetaVance and evaluates systems and develops processes to streamline procedures.
* Serves as a technical resource to division employees and coordinates with all other Enterprise areas when applicable.
* Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.