Healthfirst Appeals and Grievances Clinical Specialist - RN or LPN, 100% Remote Remote , South Dakota Apply Now
Responsible for case development and resolution of clinical cases, such as: Pre-existing Conditions, Prior Approval, Medical Necessity, Pre-certification, Continued Stay, Reduction, Termination, and Suspension of services. The end to end process requires the Specialist to independently:
Research issues
Reference and understand HFs internal health plans policies and procedures to frame decisions
Resolve cases and make critical decisions
Update file documentation such as the file notes and case summary
Manage all duties within regulatory timeframes
Communicate effectively to hand-off and pick-up work from colleagues
Work within a framework that measures productivity and quality for each Specialist against expectations
Prepare cases for Medical Director Review ensuring that all pertinent information (i.e. case summary, contract information, internal and external responses, diagnosis, and CPT codes and descriptions) has been obtained during investigation and is presented as part of the case
Prepare cases for Maximus Federal Services, Fair Hearing, and External Appeal through all levels of the appeal process
Additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in clinical practice with experience in appeals & grievances, claims processing, utilization review or utilization management/case management.
Demonstrated understanding of Utilization Review Guidelines (NYS ART 44 and 49 PHL), InterQual, Milliman or Medicare local coverage guidelines
Ability to work independently on several computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as corporate email and virtual filing system, (ie. Macess). Experience with care management systems, such as CCMS, TruCare and Hyland.
Demonstrated ability to manage large caseloads and effectively work in a fast-paced environment
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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