Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPreston Funeral Home, Dickinson Street, Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, 25301, United States
About CVS Health
We're building a world of health around every individual, shaping a more connected, convenient, and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable, and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger—helping to simplify health care one person, one family, and one community at a time.
Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members, and communities we serve. We are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong. Our people fuel our future, and we take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
About the Role
The SIU Senior Investigator is a pivotal role designed to effectively pursue the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of healthcare fraud and abuse. You will operate within a prepayment environment, handling complex cases involving behavioral health or multi-disciplinary provider groups. Your work is essential to recovering lost funds, complying with state regulations, and protecting the integrity of the healthcare system.
In this position, you will exercise independent judgment to develop evidence and support allegations of fraud and abuse. You will serve as a subject matter expert, providing testimony during civil and criminal proceedings and delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders regarding Aetna's approach to fighting fraud. Your day-to-day involves researching and preparing cases for clinical and legal review, facilitating the recovery of company assets, and cooperating closely with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
Hiring Process
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. The application window for this opening will close on 06/04/2026.
Equal Opportunity
CVS Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, including Disability/Protected Veteran, and is committed to diversity in the workplace.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Preston Funeral Home, Dickinson Street, Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, 25301, United States
Charleston, West Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct complex investigations into healthcare fraud and abuse involving behavioral health or multi-disciplinary providers
- check_circleFacilitate the recovery of company funds lost due to fraud matters
- check_circleProvide testimony during civil and criminal proceedings regarding healthcare fraud matters
- check_circleResearch and prepare cases for clinical and legal review to prevent fraudulent claim payments
- check_circleCooperate with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in fraud investigations and prosecutions
- check_circleDocument all case activities in the case tracking system and prepare referrals within required timeframes
- check_circleDevelop evidence and support fraud allegations using independent judgment and available technology
- check_circleDeliver presentations to internal and external customers on fraud prevention and Aetna's anti-fraud approach
Requirements
- verified3 years working on health care fraud, waste, and abuse investigatory and audits required
- verifiedKnowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD coding
- verifiedKnowledge and understanding of clinical issues
- verifiedExperience and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- verifiedAbility to travel and participate in legal proceedings
- verifiedBachelor's degree, or an Associate's degree, with an additional three years (3 years total) working on health care fraud, waste, and abuse investigations and audits required
Nice to Have
Credentials such as a certification from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE), an accreditation from the National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association (AHFI), or a minimum of three years Medicaid Fraud, Waste and Abuse investigatory experience. Billing and Coding certifications such as CPC (AAPC) and/or CCS (AHIMA). Knowledge of Behavioral Health policies and procedures. Experience working Behavioral Health fraud cases. Strong analytical and research skills using health care data. Strong communication and customer service skills. Proficient in researching information and identifying information resources.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision coveragecheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleRetirement savings optionscheck_circleWellness programs
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, CPT, HCPCS, Icd Coding, Cfe, Ahfi, CPC, CCS.
Education: Bachelor's degree required; Associate's degree with 3 years experience required.
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In this Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU) at CVS Health role, you will conduct complex investigations into healthcare fraud and abuse involving behavioral health or multi-disciplinary providers; facilitate the recovery of company funds lost due to fraud matters; provide testimony during civil and criminal proceedings regarding healthcare fraud matters; and research and prepare cases for clinical and legal review to prevent fraudulent claim payments.
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To qualify for the Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU) at CVS Health position, applicants should have: 3 years working on health care fraud, waste, and abuse investigatory and audits required; Knowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD coding; Knowledge and understanding of clinical issues; Experience and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; Ability to travel and participate in legal proceedings; and Bachelor's degree, or an Associate's degree, with an additional three years (3 years total) working on health care fraud, waste, and abuse investigations and audits required.
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Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU) at CVS Health is based in Preston Funeral Home, Dickinson Street, Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia, 25301, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Key skills for Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU) at CVS Health include Microsoft Word; Excel; Outlook; CPT; HCPCS; Icd Coding; Cfe; and Ahfi.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required; and Associate's degree with 3 years experience required.
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