at Elevance Health in Deerfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Nurse Reviewer (Associate or Level I)
+ Job Family: Medical and Clinical
+ Type: Full time
+ Date Posted:Feb 15, 2023
+ Req #: JR45266
Location:
+ IL, DEERFIELD
+ CA, CERRITOS
Description
Nurse Reviewers are responsible for conducting pre-authorization, out of network and appropriateness of treatment reviews for diagnostic imaging and other services by utilizing appropriate policies, clinical and department guidelines. They collaborate with healthcare providers to promote the most appropriate, highest quality and effective use of diagnostic imaging to ensure quality member outcomes, and to optimize member benefits.
Location: Work from home
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
Internet Requirement: Hard-wired internet connection – Minimum download speed of 20 megabytes per second (mbps) / upload speed of 5 megabytes per second (mbps)
Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:
+ Receives pre-authorization requests from front-line intake
+ Conducts initial medical necessity clinical screening
+ Determines if initial clinical information presented meets medical necessity criteria or requires additional medical necessity review
+ Conducts initial medical necessity review of out of network pre-authorization requests for services requested outside of the client health plan network
+ Notifies ordering physician or rendering service provider office of the pre-authorization determination decision
+ Documents the results of the initial clinical review and determination in the pre-certification computer system
+ Maintains confidentiality of patient and provider specific information
+ Develops telephone service standards to meet departmental performance metrics
Nurse Reviewer Associate Requirements:
+ Current active, valid, unrestricted RN license.
Nurse Reviewer Associate Preferred Qualifications:
+ Customer service experience is preferred.
+ Quality management and/or call center experience is a plus
+ Any experience in clinical nursing experience is a plus
+ HMO, PPO, and POS are preferred.
+ Familiarity with Utilization Management Guidelines preferred.
+ Familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT 4 coding preferred.
Nurse Reviewer I Requirements:
+ Requires AS/BS in nursing from an accredited institution.
+ Current valid and unrestricted RN license in applicable state(s) required.
+ 3+ years of clinical nursing experience in an ambulatory or hospital setting or 1 year of prior utilization management, medical management and/or quality management, and/or call center experience
Nurse Reviewer I Preferred Qualifications:
+ Previous utilization and/or quality management and/or call center experience preferred.
Nurse Reviewer (Associate or Level I) Soft Skills:
+ Candidates must have good computer skills and solid typing speed and accuracy.
For candidates working in person or remotely in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $31.86 to $39.10
Location: California
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws .
- The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Accordingly, Elevance Health is not obligated to pay referral fees to any agency that is not a party to an agreement with Elevance Health. Thus, any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Be part of an Extraordinary Team
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. A Fortune 20 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, we are looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. You will thrive in a complex and collaborative environment where you take action and ownership to solve problems and lead change. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose and an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make an impact?
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide – and Elevance Health approves – a valid religious or medical explanation as to why you are not able to get vaccinated that Elevance Health is able to reasonably accommodate. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health has been named as a Fortune Great Place To Work in 2022, has been ranked for five years running as one of the 2023 World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune magazine, and is a growing Top 20 Fortune 500 Company. To learn more about our company and apply, please visit us at careers.ElevanceHealth.com. Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ability@icareerhelp.com for assistance.
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