Medical Review Nurse

SCAN Group; Long Beach (CA); Remote; USD 53.000 - 77.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote position

Annual employee bonus program

Wellness program

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Recognition program

Career development

Team environment

Zusammenfassung

SCAN Group is seeking a clinical reviewer to provide expert review of medical claims and post-service appeals. You will analyze complex claims from a medical perspective, ensure CMS guideline compliance, and collaborate with the Medical Director on adjudication.

The role requires an active California RN license, 3–5 years of Medicare-claims experience, and a strong capability in clinical decision making. This is a remote, full-time position with competitive hourly compensation and benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Current and active California RN License in good standing required.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience in clinical decision making relative to Medicare patients.

Aufgaben

• Provide clinical review of medical claims and post service appeals.
• Facilitate investigation of issues and management of medical services and benefits administration.
• Review and analyze pre and post payment of complex health care claims from a medical perspective.
• Apply CMS guidelines to specific situations and interpret them accurately.
• Collaborate with Medical Director on adjudication of claims and appeals.
• Participate in special projects/workgroups as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Clinical decision making

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Ausbildung

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Founded in 1977 as the Senior Care Action Network, SCAN began with a simple but radical idea: that older adults deserve to stay healthy and independent. That belief was championed by a group of community activists we still honor today as the "12 Angry Seniors." Their mission continues to guide everything we do.

Today, SCAN is a nonprofit health organization serving more than 500,000 people across Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington, with over $8 billion in annual revenue. With nearly five decades of experience, we have built a distinctive, values-driven platform dedicated to improving care for older adults.

Our work spans Medicare Advantage, fully integrated care models, primary care, care for the most medically and socially complex populations, and next-generation care delivery models. Across all of this, we are united by a shared commitment: combining compassion with discipline, innovation with stewardship, and growth with integrity.

At SCAN, we believe scale should strengthen-not dilute-our mission. We are building the future of care for older adults, grounded in purpose, accountability, and respect for the people and communities we serve.

SCAN Group is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to tackling the most pressing issues facing older adults in the United States. SCAN Group is the sole corporate member of SCAN Health Plan, one of the nation's leading not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plans, serving more than 300,000 members in California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, New Mexico & Washington. SCAN has been a mission-driven organization dedicated to keeping seniors healthy and independent for more than 45 years and is known throughout the healthcare industry and nationally as a leading expert in senior healthcare. SCAN employees are a group of talented, passionate professionals who are committed to supporting older adults on their aging journey, while also innovating healthcare for seniors everywhere. Employees are provided in-depth training and access to state-of-the-art tools necessary to do their jobs, as well as development and growth opportunities. SCAN takes great pride in recognizing our team members as experts in their fields and rewarding them for their efforts. If you are interested in becoming part of an organization that is innovating senior healthcare visit www.thescangroup.org, www.scanhealthplan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

The Job

Provide clinical review of medical claims and post service appeals. Facilitate appropriate investigation of issues and management of medical services and benefits administration while maintaining SCAN timeframe standards.

You Will

• Review and analyze pre and post payment of complex health care claims from a medical perspective.
• Perform audits/reviews of medical claims per established criteria, identify need for medical recordreview, necessary documentation to support decision making process regarding appropriateness ofclaim, billed charges, benefit coverages
• Provide guidance to other staff members and accurately interpret and apply broad Centers forMedicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines to specific and highly variable situations
• Conduct review of claims data and medical records to make clinical decisions on the coverage medical necessity, utilization, and appropriateness of care per national and local policies as well asaccepted medical standards of care) as assigned and as necessary and appropriate.
• Process workload and complete project work in the appropriate computer system(s). Contribute toteam effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Route identified clinical and/or risk issues to appropriate personnel eg, Medical Director, Quality ofCare (QOC) Nurse, Medical Management Specialist, Member Services, etc.
• Review/prepare potential claims denials in conjunction with Medical Director.
• Collaborate with Medical Director pursuant to adjudication of claims and post service appeals.
• Participate in special projects/workgroups/committees (eg, interdisciplinary workgroups, reportanalysis, independent review entity (IRE) etc. as assigned and as necessary and appropriate.

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Other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience required
• Current and active California RN License in good standing required
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Certified Professional Coder preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience in clinical decision making relative to Medicare patients.
• Certifications deemed to be reasonable to function at this level.
• Performs work under minimal supervision.
• Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.
• Technical expertise - Strong technical skills for functional area
• Problem Solving - Strong problem-solving skills
• Communication - Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attentiveness.
• Interpersonal skills

What's in it for you?

• Base salary range: $38.61 to $55.86 per hour
• Remote position
• An annual employee bonus program
• Robust Wellness Program
• Generous paid-time-off (PTO)
• Eleven paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday, plus 1 birthday holiday
• Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match and contribution
• Robust employee recognition program
• Tuition reimbursement
• An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day!

At SCAN we believe that it is our business to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects our community through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more.

SCAN is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff? Individuals seeking employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.

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