Uses nationally recognized evidence-based utilization review criteria to assess and write up clinical reviews for insurance audits and governmental insurance appeals using supporting documentation
Assesses the appropriateness of clinical appeal requests by using payer policies and Federal and State regulations
Works with Physician Advisors to obtain clinical support for appeals if needed
Collaborates with Care Management, Utilization Review, Physician Advisors, Revenue Integrity, Compliance, Legal Counsel and the RCO teams to prepare appeals
Identifies trends and works with the appropriate multidisciplinary teams to improve denial management, documentation and appeals processes
Supports and works with legal counsel to prepare for Administrative Law Judge hearings as part of the appeal process
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required
Three (3) years experience in utilization review or care management, hospital insurance billing, third party claim audits or auditing in a healthcare setting required