Special Investigator
Current· Research and investigate allegations of fraud, waste and abuse to prevent, detect and deter resulting in maximum plan value (front-end savings, recoveries, projected savings) returned back to plan; using the following tools but not limited to, claims processing systems, medical coverage guidelines, payment policies and member/group benefits and provider contracts.· Utilize data mining techniques, statistical data analysis, and analytical software to identify potential fraud, waste, and abuse against all Programs.· Seek out and develops leads and cases received from sources including fraud alerts, government and private sources.· Develop summary reports that explain key findings in data evaluation.· Develop and implement corrective action plans· Incorporate critical thinking skills and judgment in analysis process to determine best course of action for each tip/case.· Escalate high risk and/or tip & case issues to management· Perform investigations, such desk top and on-site medical record audits, surveillance, undercover work, suspect & witness interview.· Prepare cases for referral to law enforcement officials for prosecution· Testify and give depositions as an expert witness in legal proceedings.· Maintain chain of custody on all documents, documenting all stages of each investigation.· Create, update and follow standard departmental operating procedures, policies, confidentiality and security guidelines.· Develop materials and assist with fraud, waste, and abuse training for internal and external audiences.· Attend seminars / webinars annually to stay current on fraud, waste, and abuse trends and issues.· Participate in corporate task teams as deemed appropriate.