Job Title: UM Prior Authorization Nurse, RN (Work from home)
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Salary Range: $74,260.46 - $111,390.70
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs concurrent reviews for inpatient admissions using evidence-based guidelines, policies, and nationally recognized clinical criteria across the line of business. Ensures diagnosis matches ICD-10 codes.
- Triages and prioritizes cases to meet required regulatory turn-around times. Expedites access to appropriate care for members with urgent needs through an expedited review process.
- Develops determination recommendations. Presents cases to the Medical Director (MD) for treatment denials as required.
- Communicates determinations to providers and/or members in compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
- Prepares and reviews member-centered documentation and correspondence reflecting determinations, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Identifies potential quality of care issues, service or treatment delays, intervenes as clinically appropriate.
- Identifies potential Third Party Liability and Coordination of Benefit cases, notifying appropriate internal departments.
- Provides referrals to Case Management and Disease Management programs.
Required Skills (Top 3 Non-negotiables):
- Minimum 3-5 years of Acute Care Experience
- Strong computer skills related to Windows-based programs and applications
- Good communication skills
Preferred Skills:
- Varied clinical background
- Previous experience in prior authorization or utilization management
Additional Information:
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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