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Your career starts now. We’re looking for the next generation of health care leaders.

At AmeriHealth Caritas, we’re passionate about helping people get care, stay well and build healthy communities. As one of the nation's leaders in health care solutions, we offer our associates the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services and award-winning programs. AmeriHealth Caritas is seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Together we can build healthier communities. If you want to make a difference, we’d like to hear from you.

Headquartered in Newtown Square, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 30 years of experience. We deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other administrative services.

Discover more about us at www.amerihealthcaritas.com.

Role Overview:

The Investigator is responsible for conducting comprehensive investigations of reported, alleged or suspected fraud involving the full range of products at the AmeriHealth Caritas Family of Companies (ACFC). 

Work Arrangement:

• Remote with limited Geography- Must reside in DC or surrounding areas contractually: Montgomery, Prince George's, MD, or Arlington or Fairfax, Virginia, counties or cities of Alexandria and Falls Church, VA. Site visits required as needed.
   

Responsibilities:

Major Accountabilities:

• Ensures compliance with all requirements related to Special Investigation Units and fraud, waste and abuse investigations.
• Conducts highly complex, multi-faceted investigations of potential fraud, waste, and/or abuse with a focus on thoroughness and attention to detail, quality, timeliness, and cost control.
• Conducts comprehensive interviews with providers, members and witnesses to obtain information which would be considered admissible under generally accepted criminal and civil rules of evidence.
• Proactively performs research using the Internet, data analysis tools, etc., to analyze aberrant claims billing and practice patterns.
• Analyzes data as part of the investigative process using available fraud detection software and corporate resources.
• Represents ACFC in conducting settlement negotiations with providers, counsel and/or other associated parties.
• Prepares and submits investigative reports covering all phases of the investigation.
• Interprets and conveys highly technical information to others. 
• Establishes and maintains liaison with public officials, law enforcement and others to obtain assistance in conducting investigations. Develops and leads collaborative relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Mentors and assists with skill development of new investigators.

Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of relevant Medicaid and/or Medicare and health care investigative experience strongly preferred. 
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Accredited Health Care Fraud Examiner (AHFI) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) strongly preferred or eligible to obtain within 1 year of employment.
• Fraud Claim Law Specialist (FCLS) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage a high volume of assignments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High degree of integrity and confidentiality required for handling information that is considered personal and confidential.
• Analytical skills and ability to make deductions; logical and sequential thinker.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays and volunteer events, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents on Day 1, 401(k) Tuition reimbursement and more.
The range displayed in this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the position in the Washington, DC area. 
Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including, without limitation, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. 
AmeriHealth Caritas associates are eligible to participate in our annual incentive program and will also receive our benefits package, consisting of medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off and more. 
The targeted hiring range for this role is expected to be between $92,600 and $126,200.