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Get Access To All JobsAt WelbeHealth, we serve our communities’ most vulnerable seniors through shared intention, pioneering spirit, and the courage to love. These core values and our participant-focus lead the way no matter what.
The Claims Audit Specialist is accountable for ensuring the timely and accurate payment or denial of claims while meeting federal/state regulations, provider agreement terms, and company policies and procedures. This role requires a strong knowledge of health plan operations, including the proper processing of professional, institutional, and dental claims, coding, CMS/Medi-Cal regulations, and in-depth comprehension of provider contracts and agreements. The Claims Audit Specialist collaborates effectively with Plan Operations leadership to identify trends that require escalation and training needs, and suggest process improvements.
This role is different because the Claims Audit Specialist at WelbeHealth:
- Ensures accuracy and compliance by auditing complex Medicare and Medi-Cal claims, directly impacting financial integrity, regulatory adherence, and provider trust
- Plays a key role in identifying trends, mitigating risk, and driving process improvements across claims operations, helping strengthen overall system performance and reduce errors
We care about our team members. That’s why we offer:
- Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Work/life balance - We mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
- 401K savings + match
- Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
- And additional benefits!
On the day-to-day, you will:
- Review processed claims for pre and post payment accuracy while maintaining acceptable levels of aged claims inventory
- Ensure claim payment accuracy by verifying various aspects of the claim form, including but not limited to participant eligibility, system configuration, payment accuracy or denial appropriateness, provider records, remark codes, pre-authorization requirements, timely filing limitations, claim history, and W9 receipt
- Maintain detailed documentation of audit findings, including decision methodology, system configuration or manual processing errors, and monetary discrepancies
- Regularly provide feedback to the Oversight & Monitoring Manager on claims processing errors, as well as identify quality improvement opportunities and initiate configuration change requests when applicable
- Accurately process and release high dollar/stop loss claims exceeding $10k
- Participate in annual claims audits to cure any deficiencies in claims system, human error, or possible fraud, waste, and abuse in order to maintain contractual and regulatory compliance
- Act as a back up to the Claims team as needed
Job requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; professional experience may be substituted
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience processing, researching, adjusting, and auditing Medicare and Medicaid professional, institutional, and dental health insurance claims
- Experience processing and auditing disputes, appeals and recoveries
- Proficient experience in Microsoft Excel
- Working knowledge of the health plan insurance industry, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, ICD-10 codes, and relevant federal and state regulations
- Experience working with CMS and Medi-Cal healthcare claims
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time management skills
We are seeking a Claims Audit Specialist who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement within healthcare operations. If you are driven to make a meaningful impact by ensuring claims integrity and supporting high-quality, compliant processes, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation Offering
- Salary Range: $74,612 - $98,488 USD
Compensation consists of base salary plus bonus. WelbeHealth offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and a broad range of additional benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and relevant qualifications.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
Beware of Scams
Please ensure your application is being submitted through a WelbeHealth sponsored site only. Our emails will come from @welbehealth.com email addresses. You will never be asked to purchase your own employment equipment. You can report suspected scam activity to fraud.report@welbehealth.com
At WelbeHealth, we serve our communities’ most vulnerable seniors through shared intention, pioneering spirit, and the courage to love. These core values and our participant-focus lead the way no matter what.
The Claims Audit Specialist is accountable for ensuring the timely and accurate payment or denial of claims while meeting federal/state regulations, provider agreement terms, and company policies and procedures. This role requires a strong knowledge of health plan operations, including the proper processing of professional, institutional, and dental claims, coding, CMS/Medi-Cal regulations, and in-depth comprehension of provider contracts and agreements. The Claims Audit Specialist collaborates effectively with Plan Operations leadership to identify trends that require escalation and training needs, and suggest process improvements.
This role is different because the Claims Audit Specialist at WelbeHealth:
- Ensures accuracy and compliance by auditing complex Medicare and Medi-Cal claims, directly impacting financial integrity, regulatory adherence, and provider trust
- Plays a key role in identifying trends, mitigating risk, and driving process improvements across claims operations, helping strengthen overall system performance and reduce errors
We care about our team members. That’s why we offer:
- Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Work/life balance - We mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
- 401K savings + match
- Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
- And additional benefits!
On the day-to-day, you will:
- Review processed claims for pre and post payment accuracy while maintaining acceptable levels of aged claims inventory
- Ensure claim payment accuracy by verifying various aspects of the claim form, including but not limited to participant eligibility, system configuration, payment accuracy or denial appropriateness, provider records, remark codes, pre-authorization requirements, timely filing limitations, claim history, and W9 receipt
- Maintain detailed documentation of audit findings, including decision methodology, system configuration or manual processing errors, and monetary discrepancies
- Regularly provide feedback to the Oversight & Monitoring Manager on claims processing errors, as well as identify quality improvement opportunities and initiate configuration change requests when applicable
- Accurately process and release high dollar/stop loss claims exceeding $10k
- Participate in annual claims audits to cure any deficiencies in claims system, human error, or possible fraud, waste, and abuse in order to maintain contractual and regulatory compliance
- Act as a back up to the Claims team as needed
Job requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; professional experience may be substituted
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience processing, researching, adjusting, and auditing Medicare and Medicaid professional, institutional, and dental health insurance claims
- Experience processing and auditing disputes, appeals and recoveries
- Proficient experience in Microsoft Excel
- Working knowledge of the health plan insurance industry, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, ICD-10 codes, and relevant federal and state regulations
- Experience working with CMS and Medi-Cal healthcare claims
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time management skills
We are seeking a Claims Audit Specialist who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement within healthcare operations. If you are driven to make a meaningful impact by ensuring claims integrity and supporting high-quality, compliant processes, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation Offering
- Salary Range: $74,612 - $98,488 USD
Compensation consists of base salary plus bonus. WelbeHealth offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and a broad range of additional benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and relevant qualifications.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
Beware of Scams
Please ensure your application is being submitted through a WelbeHealth sponsored site only. Our emails will come from @welbehealth.com email addresses. You will never be asked to purchase your own employment equipment. You can report suspected scam activity to fraud.report@welbehealth.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Audit Specialist
Target employers with H-1B filing history
Big Four firms and large financial institutions file H-1B petitions for Audit Specialists regularly. Focusing on employers with a documented sponsorship track record significantly improves your odds of receiving an offer with visa support.
Confirm your degree field matches the role
H-1B sponsorship for Audit Specialist positions requires a specialty occupation determination. Your degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field must directly correspond to the audit duties listed in the job description.
Understand CPA status affects your candidacy
Holding or actively pursuing a CPA license strengthens your sponsorship case considerably. Employers and USCIS both view professional licensure as evidence the role requires specialized expertise, which supports the specialty occupation classification.
Apply before the H-1B lottery registration window
H-1B cap-subject positions require employers to register in March each year. Starting your job search well before that window ensures your employer can submit your registration on time without missing the annual cutoff.
Consider TN status if you are Canadian or Mexican
Accountants and auditors are a listed TN profession under the USMCA agreement. Canadian and Mexican nationals can often begin work faster through TN status, which does not involve a lottery and can be processed at the border.
Prepare detailed employment verification documents
Audit Specialist petitions often require offer letters specifying duties, a degree that matches the role, and sometimes prior employer verification letters. Having these documents organized before your employer files saves time and reduces the risk of a delay.
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Find Audit Specialist JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does an Audit Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS generally recognizes audit roles as specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field. The key is that the job description must reflect duties that genuinely require that specific degree, not just any bachelor's degree in any field. Generic audit roles at smaller companies with vague degree requirements have faced RFEs on this basis.
What visa types are most common for sponsored Audit Specialist positions?
H-1B is the most common path for Audit Specialists from countries outside Canada and Mexico. Canadian and Mexican nationals can often use TN status under the USMCA, which lists accountants as a qualifying profession and avoids the H-1B lottery entirely. Some multinational firms also use L-1 transfers for audit professionals moving from an overseas office to a U.S. role.
Does having a CPA license improve my sponsorship chances?
It does, meaningfully. A CPA license or active candidacy strengthens the specialty occupation argument because it demonstrates the role requires state-recognized professional expertise. Employers at Big Four firms and regional audit practices often prefer CPA candidates partly because it simplifies the H-1B petition and reduces the risk of USCIS issuing a Request for Evidence about whether the role truly requires a specialized degree.
Where can I find Audit Specialist jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point. The platform filters specifically for roles that offer visa sponsorship, so you are not wasting time applying to positions where sponsorship is unavailable. Audit Specialist listings on Migrate Mate include details about employer type and sponsorship history, which helps you prioritize applications toward firms with a track record of filing H-1B or TN petitions for this role.
Can a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. qualify for H-1B sponsorship as an Audit Specialist?
It can, but it requires a credential evaluation. USCIS does not automatically accept three-year degrees as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's. A credential evaluation from a recognized organization is typically required to establish equivalency. For audit roles specifically, a three-year accounting degree from countries like India or Australia, combined with relevant work experience and professional certifications, is often found equivalent, but outcomes vary by petitioner and adjudicator.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Audit Specialist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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