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This position is considered the specialist for the Michigan Medicaid outpatient hospital coverage and urgent care center policy. This position establishes authoritative direction for all aspects of outpatient hospital coverage, including diabetes self-management education (DSME), diabetes prevention program (DPP), dialysis, emergency room services,
independent diagnostic testing facilities (IDTF), portable x-ray suppliers (PXRS) and urgent care center policy by developing and implementing relevant State Plan pages, provider manual pages, and associated provider and beneficiary publications. These documents define program content, requirements, policies and procedures. This position is the
designated specialist and implements policy coverage for outpatient hospital and urgent care center issues. This position performs complex policy research and analysis for the Medicaid program; and represents the Department at meetings, conferences, etc. on these issues. This position also serves as lead for workgroups responsible for addressing outpatient services coverage, reimbursement, and billing issues; serves as liaison with the outpatient covered services provider community; and provides expert consultation to operational areas of the Department on Medicaid outpatient hospital coverage and urgent care center related policy issues.
POSITION DESCRIPTIONJOB SPECIFICATIONTo be considered for this position you must:

• apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• attach a cover letter.
• if applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
A bachelor's degree in a health care or health policy related field or a degree in nursing is preferred.

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.