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Cigna partners with over 150 delegated medical groups in California to process healthcare claims. The California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) enforces strict requirements for claims processing, provider disputes, and regulatory compliance. As a Remote Claim Delegation Auditor, you will ensure these delegated groups meet all state and federal healthcare regulations. Through claims audits, performance monitoring, and collaboration, you’ll help improve member experience and support cost-saving initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct Commercial HMO (non Medicare) claims audits to ensure compliance with DMHC regulations, federal and state requirements.
- Review audit packages, including questionnaires and claims reports.
- Coordinate with delegated provider groups on claim and dispute selections; verify accuracy of self-reported scores.
- Perform onsite and virtual audits to assess operational security and identify compliance issues.
- Analyze medical claims and disputes for regulatory adherence; prepare detailed audit reports.
- Follow up on deficiencies, document corrective action plans, and conduct re-audits as needed.
- Present audit results at Delegation Oversight Committee meetings.
- Collaborate with functional areas (UM, Credentialing, Finance) on identified issues.
- Monitor monthly self-reported statistics for assigned groups and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Drive issue resolution by engaging cross-functional partners.
- Serve as the primary liaison between Cigna’s Contracting & Provider Services Hub and delegated risk groups.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of claims auditing experience, ideally with capitated HMO products or providers.
- Strong knowledge of claims payment methodologies, coding standards (Rev Code, CPT, DRG), and healthcare compliance regulations.
- Knowledge of California Knox-Keene Act a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience preparing detailed reports.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 68,700 - 114,500 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here.
About Cigna Healthcare
Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email seeyourself@thecignagroup.com for assistance. Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes.
The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
About the Role:
Cigna partners with over 150 delegated medical groups in California to process healthcare claims. The California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) enforces strict requirements for claims processing, provider disputes, and regulatory compliance. As a Remote Claim Delegation Auditor, you will ensure these delegated groups meet all state and federal healthcare regulations. Through claims audits, performance monitoring, and collaboration, you’ll help improve member experience and support cost-saving initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct Commercial HMO (non Medicare) claims audits to ensure compliance with DMHC regulations, federal and state requirements.
- Review audit packages, including questionnaires and claims reports.
- Coordinate with delegated provider groups on claim and dispute selections; verify accuracy of self-reported scores.
- Perform onsite and virtual audits to assess operational security and identify compliance issues.
- Analyze medical claims and disputes for regulatory adherence; prepare detailed audit reports.
- Follow up on deficiencies, document corrective action plans, and conduct re-audits as needed.
- Present audit results at Delegation Oversight Committee meetings.
- Collaborate with functional areas (UM, Credentialing, Finance) on identified issues.
- Monitor monthly self-reported statistics for assigned groups and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Drive issue resolution by engaging cross-functional partners.
- Serve as the primary liaison between Cigna’s Contracting & Provider Services Hub and delegated risk groups.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of claims auditing experience, ideally with capitated HMO products or providers.
- Strong knowledge of claims payment methodologies, coding standards (Rev Code, CPT, DRG), and healthcare compliance regulations.
- Knowledge of California Knox-Keene Act a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience preparing detailed reports.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 68,700 - 114,500 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here.
About Cigna Healthcare
Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email seeyourself@thecignagroup.com for assistance. Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes.
The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Audit Specialist
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM filings for Audit Specialist roles typically require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency before your employer begins the PERM recruitment period.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL PERM disclosure data to identify companies that have certified audit-related roles in recent fiscal years. Employers already familiar with the PERM process for accounting positions move faster and make fewer procedural errors that could delay your case.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 before accepting an offer
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, most employers will file under EB-3. Roles requiring an advanced degree or specialized professional credentials may qualify under EB-2, which can affect your priority date and wait time depending on your country of birth.
Ask about the prevailing wage before your offer letter
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your audit role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your specific SOC code before negotiating, so you know whether the offered salary meets PERM requirements.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring audit employers
Filtering job postings by green card sponsorship willingness is difficult on general job boards. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Audit Specialist roles where employers have confirmed EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history, cutting out the guesswork from your job search.
Track your priority date after I-140 approval
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date is locked in. Monitor the monthly Visa Bulletin to know when your date becomes current, especially if you were born in a country with employment-based backlog. You can file I-485 adjustment of status as soon as your date is current.
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Do Audit Specialist roles regularly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Audit Specialist positions are among the more consistently sponsored accounting roles in DOL PERM filings. EB-3 applies when the role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds specialized credentials that distinguish them above the standard entry requirements for the role.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for an Audit Specialist?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status renewed in three-year increments, and it is subject to an annual cap with a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, leads to permanent residency rather than temporary work authorization, and follows a sequential process: PERM labor certification, I-140 petition, then I-485 adjustment of status or consular processing. The total timeline is longer but the outcome is permanent.
What documentation should a foreign Audit Specialist prepare before an employer starts the PERM process?
Gather a foreign credential evaluation for any non-U.S. degrees, your official transcripts, professional certifications such as CPA or ACCA with official documentation, and any employer letters from prior roles that confirm your job duties and years of experience. Your employer's PERM attorney will need these to draft the job description and confirm you meet the minimum requirements the role will advertise.
Where can I find Audit Specialist jobs where the employer is already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for Audit Specialist roles by employers with documented EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history, which removes the uncertainty of reaching out to companies that have never sponsored employment-based green cards. This is more efficient than sorting through general postings where sponsorship willingness is rarely stated upfront.
Does having a CPA license improve my chances of EB-2 classification as an Audit Specialist?
A CPA license alone does not automatically qualify a position for EB-2. The classification depends on whether the role itself requires an advanced degree, not just the candidate's credentials. If your employer structures the position to require a master's degree in accounting or taxation, EB-2 becomes available. USCIS evaluates the job requirements as documented in the PERM filing, not your credentials in isolation.
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