Data Entry 1 (Remote)

BC Forward is looking for Data Entry 1 (Remote)

Position: Data Entry 1 (Remote)
Location: Remote – USA; Anytime Zone

Anticipated Start date : 07/14

Duration: 6 Months contract with an extension

Shift Times: Flexible schedule; preferred availability between 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

Pay Rate : $21.00/hr on W2

Need: Experience with medical claims or healthcare systems (e.g., Amisys), Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Interview Process: 1 – Phone Screening, 2 – Virtual Interview.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Data Entry Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely documentation of final payment determination data as part of the No Surprises Act (NSA) IDR Claims Operations team. This position requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in entering and verifying data from source documents into designated systems.

This role supports critical compliance efforts and contributes directly to the team’s ability to meet performance metrics and regulatory requirements. Success in this role involves working independently while remaining an engaged member of a positive, collaborative team environment grounded in core values of Accountability, Courage, Curiosity, Trust, and Service.

Key Responsibilities
• Read and interpret source documents such as payment determinations, settlement agreements, and other legal/claims-related documents.
• Accurately enter data into shared Excel spreadsheets and/or other systems based on final payment determination documents.
• Verify, compile, sort, and ensure the accuracy of data prior to entry.
• Identify, correct, or escalate data entry errors to management when necessary.
• Re-enter data in verification format or compare with original documents to ensure quality control.
• Maintain detailed logs of daily activities and completed work.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless processing of claims in accordance with IDR awards.
• Adhere to internal procedures and compliance standards related to data handling and confidentiality.

Required Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in data entry or administrative support
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and focus
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Completion of a speed and accuracy data entry test (may be required)

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with medical claims or healthcare systems (e.g., Amisys)
• Familiarity with the No Surprises Act (NSA) and Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) processes
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Performance Indicators
• Speed and accuracy in data entry tasks
• Consistent attention to detail and error-free output
• Timely completion of assigned work
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain data integrity

Disqualifiers
• No prior experience with Microsoft Outlook or Excel
• Inability to pass a data entry speed and accuracy assessment

Why This Role Matters

This role is essential to the success of the NSA IDR Claims Operations team. Your contributions will directly impact the team’s ability to finalize and process claims accurately and efficiently, supporting organizational compliance and customer satisfaction.

You’ll be joining a positive, cohesive, and collaborative team culture , where each member plays a key role in achieving departmental goals. Our team operates under Centene’s core values — Accountability, Courage, Curiosity, Trust, and Service — and we strive every day to make a difference in the lives of our members.

What We Offer
• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable knowledge about the No Surprises Act and healthcare claims operations
• Exposure to impactful projects that drive organizational success
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Room for growth and development within Centene

Team & Department Overview

Our team is responsible for reviewing, processing, and adjusting claims in accordance with Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) awards and settlement agreements. We work closely together to ensure timely and accurate resolution of high-priority cases, contributing directly to the organization’s compliance with federal regulations.

We are part of Marketplace Ambetter , a leading health plan within Centene Corporation — a global competitor in the healthcare industry. As one CenTEAM, we are dedicated to excellence, innovation, and making a difference in the communities we serve.

Typical Day in the Role
• Start your day by checking Outlook for incoming emails containing final payment determination documents.
• Review and extract key data points from documents.
• Enter data into a centralized Excel spreadsheet with precision and speed.
• Cross-check entered data against source documents to ensure accuracy.
• Log completed entries and communicate updates to the team as needed.
• Engage with teammates for collaboration, clarification, or escalation when necessary.

Company DescriptionAbout BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.