Clinical Review Nurse - Prior Authorization

Position: Clinical Review Nurse - Prior Authorization Location: Remote – Indiana Potential to Extend: Yes 3 Months Pay-Rate: $45/Hr. on W2 Shift: 8AM-5PM EST Monday – Friday (training and work schedule) Disqualifiers: No computer literacy, add reasoning for big gaps in employment, NEED a professional environment (childcare needed if applicable) Analyzes all prior authorization requests to determine medical necessity of service and appropriate level of care in accordance with national standards, contractual requirements, and a member's benefit coverage. Provides recommendations to the appropriate medical team to promote quality and cost effectiveness of medical care.

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required Performs medical necessity and clinical reviews of authorization requests to determine medical appropriateness of care in accordance with regulatory guidelines and criteria Works with healthcare providers and authorization team to ensure timely review of services and/or requests to ensure members receive authorized care Coordinates as appropriate with healthcare providers and interdepartmental teams, to assess medical necessity of care of member Escalates prior authorization requests to Medical Directors as appropriate to determine appropriateness of care Assists with service authorization requests for a members transfer or discharge plans to ensure a timely discharge between levels of care and facilities Collects, documents, and maintains all members clinical information in health management systems to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines Assists with providing education to providers and/or interdepartmental teams on utilization processes to promote high quality and cost-effective medical care to members Provides feedback on opportunities to improve the authorization review process for members Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards