RN Medical Reviewer II (RCD Medicare) - Palmetto GBA

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina; South Carolina; Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company seeks an RN Medical Reviewer II to perform medical reviews and support claims processing. This full-time position requires active RN licensure and offers comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates will have clinical experience and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Subsidized health plans

401k retirement savings plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure required.
• Two years of clinical experience as an RN.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical claim reviews and determine medical necessity.
• Educate staff on medical reviews and coding procedures.
• Participate in quality control activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree - Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Summary
Performs medical reviews using clinical/medical information provided by physicians/providers and established criteria/protocol sets or clinical guidelines. Documents decisions using indicated protocol sets or clinical guidelines. Provides support and review of medical claims and utilization practices.

Description
Logistics:
Palmetto GBA– one of BlueCross BlueShield’s South Carolina subsidiary companies.
Location:

• This position is full-time salaried position Monday-Friday in a typical home office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM ET. It may be necessary, given the business need, to occasionally work additional hours.
• You must have high-speed (non-satellite) internet service and a private home office to work from home.
• Six week paid training class with one week of onsite training and five weeks of remote training. One week of onsite training in Columbia, SC, or Birmingham, AL.
• Training classes will start on 06/23/25 and 07/21/25. Unfortunately, no time off during training will be permitted.
• Preferred candidates will live in South Carolina or Alabama.

What You'll Do

• Perform medical claim reviews for one or more of the following: claims for medically complex services, services that require preauthorization/predetermination, requests for appeal or reconsideration, referrals for potential fraud and/or abuse, and correct coding for claims/operations. Make reasonable payment determinations based on clinical medical information and established criteria/protocol sets or clinical guidelines.
• Determine medical necessity, appropriateness, and/or reasonableness and necessity for coverage and reimbursement. Monitor process’s timeliness in accordance with contractor standards. Document medical rationale to justify payment or denial of services and/or supplies. Educate internal and external staff regarding medical reviews, medical terminology, coverage determinations, coding procedures, etc., in accordance with contractor guidelines.
• Participate in quality control activities supporting corporate and team-based objectives. Provide guidance, direction, and input as needed to LPN team members. Provide education to non-medical staff through discussions, team meetings, classroom participation, and feedback. Assist with special projects and specialty duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need

• License: Active RN licensure in state hired, OR, active compact multistate RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Education: Associate degree - Nursing OR Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Work Experience: Two years of clinical experience as an RN.
• Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of word processing software. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions. Good judgment skills. Demonstrated customer service and organizational skills. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Software and Tools: Microsoft Office.

What We Prefer You Have

• Work Experience: Five years of varied RN nursing experience to include: Medical/Utilization Review, Quality Assurance, Emergency, Critical Care, or Medical/Surgical experience, strongly preferred. Medicare or claims experience a plus.
• Software and Tools: Ability to use multiple Windows-based programs simultaneously.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Education Assistance
• Service Recognition
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do For You

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Palmetto GBA

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

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