Payer Credentialing Specialist

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Payer Credentialing Specialist to join our team. Pay rate starting at $20/hr: This is a remote position available for candidates residing in PA, DE, MD, NJ, OH, FL, TX, and VA. Position Details: The Payer Credentialing Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of staff payer credentialing across Merakey. This role serves as the primary point of contact for facility and practitioner credentialing and re-credentialing processes, ensuring compliance with payer requirements and organizational standards. The position reports directly to the Contracting and Credentialing Supervisor. The Payer Credentialing Specialist will: - Ensure timely and accurate submission of initial and re-credentialing applications for all employed and contracted providers - Maintain active Medicare and Medicaid enrollments for all eligible providers - Manage and update provider records across CAQH, PECOS, PROMISe, and other payer systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance - Track and maintain all required documentation (e.g., license...