- Review and adjudicate prior authorization requests based on medical necessity, eligibility, and state policy guidelines
- Evaluate clinical documentation and obtain additional information or clarification from providers
- Enter authorization determinations into the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS)
- Serve as a clinical subject matter expert and resource for providers, internal teams, and external stakeholders
- Provide education and guidance to the provider community regarding prior authorization requirements and submissions
- Collaborate with leadership, operational teams, clinical peers, and state stakeholders to support program objectives
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend enhancements to supported medical programs
- Assist with reviewing provider and member communications related to new or revised policies and procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Current RN license in Wisconsin, or an active RN license in another state with the ability to obtain Wisconsin licensure prior to the start date
- Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience
- Prior Authorization and/or Utilization Review experience
- Knowledge of Wisconsin Medicaid or other state Medicaid programs preferred
- Strong understanding of medical necessity review and clinical decision-making
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and clinical documentation
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines independently
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Proficiency with computer systems and technology used to support authorization and review processes
- Availability to work weekends as needed
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in Prior Authorization and Utilization Review, with a strong understanding of Medical Necessity and Clinical Decision-Making. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing education to the provider community regarding Medicaid policies and procedures.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- RN License in Wisconsin
- Prior Authorization Experience
- Utilization Review Experience
- Knowledge of Wisconsin Medicaid
- Clinical Documentation Evaluation
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- Nursing Experience
- Medical Necessity Review
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Policy Interpretation
- Process Improvement
Soft Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- Current RN License
Industry Keywords
- Prior Authorization
- Utilization Review
- State Policy Guidelines
- Provider Community Education
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
- Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS)
- Computer Systems for Authorization Processes