What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Necessity Writer position at Giving Home Health Care and Careers?
Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.
If you’re a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional care to those who need it most.
As a Medical Necessity Writer, you’ll help ensure patients receive the right level of home health care. You’ll review medical records, research clinical data, and write persuasive letters to support care decisions—whether it’s starting, continuing, or increasing services.
Analyze patient medical records, treatment plans, and assessments
Research journal articles related to covered diagnoses and exposures
Write clear, concise letters of medical necessity
Ensure all relevant covered conditions are included
Collaborate with healthcare providers and team members
Monitor patient progress and assess care needs
Think creatively to justify continuation or increase in care
Submit timely renewal/increase requests with supporting documentation
Maintain organized records of research, correspondence, and documentation
Have strong writing and analytical skills
Are detail-oriented and organized
Can communicate clearly and professionally
Enjoy working independently and collaboratively
Job requirements:
Healthcare experience preferred
Experience with MS Office products required
Key competencies include communication both written and verbal, analytical thinking, detail oriented, teamwork and organization
Responsibilities
- Create medical and legal documentation with accuracy and a focus on fostering positive relationships with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders.
- Efficiently manage a high volume of claims on a weekly basis.
- Provide continuous support by reviewing patient records and identifying additional health issues to maximize benefits.
- Maintain high standards to build and sustain patient trust.
- Clearly communicate to ensure that patient expectations are aligned with what is realistically achievable.
- Apply technical skills to secure prompt and successful claim approvals.
- Foster patient satisfaction and engagement through effective communication and consistent support.
- Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Biology, Nursing, Epidemiology, Public Health or related field preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting is required, preferably in coordinating and managing patient documentation, medical writing, medical terminology, or in a healthcare administration role.
- Familiarity with healthcare programs and benefits, particularly the Department of Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation (DEEOIC) program, is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software is required.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment (after introductory period)
- Company holidays, floating holiday, and birthday holiday
- $100 monthly cellphone reimbursement
- $150 Lifestyle Reimbursement annually (may be for gym/fitness memberships, Costco/Sam’s Club memberships, Amazon Prime memberships, and more)
- Modern Health mental wellness platform to access personalized mental healthcare for you and your dependents
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Appreciation Program
- Company Provided Snacks & Drinks Daily in Office Kitchen
- Vacation (PTO) and Sick Days
- Competitive benefit plans
- Company paid STD and LTD
- 401(k) with matching
- Being a part of a growing company!
- Working with incredible patients and their families!
To provide the exceptional care our patients deserve, we rely on a team of passionate, dedicated professionals. We’re committed to creating a supportive, collaborative culture, offering competitive benefits and compensation, and giving our team members the tools and opportunities to grow and advance their careers.
If you’re ready to be part of an organization that truly makes a difference in people’s lives, we encourage you to apply today and start a fulfilling journey with Giving Home!
Giving Home is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws to ensure fair compensation practices.
Giving Home is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Our employment practices are designed to provide equal opportunity at all stages of employment, including hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and termination.
Giving Home is committed to maintaining transparent compensation practices and regularly reviews our policies to ensure compliance with evolving laws and best practices. We value the contributions of our employees and strive to provide a work environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and fairly compensated.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Salary : $30 - $32