Provider Management Officer

Company Details
Industry: Insurance
Description: Liberty Life Assurance Kenya is a life insurance provider that has been providing relevant products to Kenyans for over 50 years. Our purpose at Liberty is to make a difference in people’s lives by making financial freedom possible. We change realities and make freedom possible by providing innovati… Liberty Life Assurance Kenya is a life insurance provider that has been providing relevant products to Kenyans for over 50 years. Our purpose at Liberty is to make a difference in people’s lives by making financial freedom possible. We change realities and make freedom possible by providing innovative and relevant solutions that help our customers protect their greatest assets. Our diverse and flexible products include life insurance, investment solutions, education and retirement savings plans. We pride ourselves in putting the customers’ needs first. With a proud heritage of over half a century, Liberty Kenya has been a pioneer in knowledge sharing and making a significant contribution to the financial services industry. We continue to strive to change realities in Kenya because Liberty is not just our name; it’s what we do! View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Administration
Job Description

Job Title: Provider Relations Specialist

Job Summary

The role holder will be responsible for service provider management, contracting, accreditation, and audits within the Heritage Insurance provider network.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain a cordial working relationship with providers within the Heritage Insurance provider network.
  • Accredit new service providers to meet the client’s needs and demands.
  • Negotiate service fees upon contracting of new service providers, guided by Heritage Insurance rates and customary fees.
  • Coordinate provider audits to ensure quality services are accessed by Heritage Insurance clients.
  • Enforce compliance with Heritage rules and procedures regarding member access, policy exclusions, and panel rates.
  • Coordinate with Underwriting/Actuarial departments and prepare monthly utilization reports on the performance of service providers; develop appropriate measures to contain costs.
  • Ensure proper documentation of all service provider contracts and ensure timely renewal and KYC updates per set guidelines.
  • Train service providers on Heritage Insurance service access procedures and processes; update them on any changes in terms of health products, existing processes, and other related claim policies.
  • Engage service providers in negotiation for discounts and close finance reconciliations.
  • Liaise internally with other sections to ensure resolution of service provider-related issues.
  • Regularly update the Heritage Insurance provider panel and share timely updates with relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Pharmacy, or a medically related discipline.

Experience

At least 3 years of experience in provider relations within medical insurance, a hospital, or a related industry.

Competencies

  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Good analytical skills.
  • Computer literate in MS Office and Excel applications.
  • Good knowledge of provider dynamics and landscape.
  • Cost optimization strategies – ability to implement cost-effective measures while maintaining service quality.
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