What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilization Management Review Nurse position at Perform RX?
Role Overview:
Under the direction of the supervisor, the Utilization Management Review Nurse is responsible for completing medical necessity reviews. Using clinical knowledge and experience, the Utilization Management Review Nurse reviews the provider requests for inpatient and outpatient services, working closely with members and providers to collect all information necessary to perform a thorough medical necessity review. It is within Utilization Management Review Nurse's discretion to pend requests for additional information and/or request clarification.
The Utilization Management Review Nurse will use their professional judgment to evaluate the request and ensure that services are appropriately approved, recognize care coordination opportunities and refer those cases to Population Health as needed. The Utilization Management Review Nurse will apply independent medical judgment to medical health benefit policy and medical management guidelines to authorize services and appropriately identify and refer requests to the Medical Director when indicated. Utilization Management Review Nurse will ensure that treatment delivered is appropriate and meets the Member’s needs in the least restrictive, least intrusive manner possible. The Utilization Management Review Nurse will maintain current knowledge and understanding of and regularly apply the laws, regulations, and policies that pertain to the organizational business units and uses clinical judgment in their application
Work Arrangement:
Remote role
Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST
Potential for weekends
Rotating holidays
Responsibilities:
- Conducts utilization management reviews by assessing medical necessity, appropriateness of care, and adherence to clinical guidelines.
- Collaborates with healthcare providers to facilitate timely authorizations and optimize patient care.
- Analyzes medical records and clinical data to ensure compliance with regulatory and payer guidelines.
- Communicates determinations effectively, providing clear, evidence-based rationales for approval or denial decisions.
- Identifies and escalates complex cases requiring physician review or additional intervention.
- Ensures compliance with Medicaid industry standards.
Maintains productivity and efficiency by meeting established performance metrics, turnaround times, and quality standards in a high-volume environment.
Education & Experience:
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- 3 years of diverse clinical experience as a Registered Nurse to include Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Department (ED), Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC).
- Proficiency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to efficiently document and assess patient cases.
- Strong understanding of utilization review processes, including medical necessity criteria, care coordination, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to meet productivity standards in a fast-paced, high-volume utilization review environment.
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable automobile transportation for on-site assignments and off-site work-related activities.
- Experience working in a remote role desired.
Licensure:
- An active and unencumbered compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license or Pennsylvania RN license is required.
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