Medical Review Nurse II - SNF/MDS

At Performant, we’re focused on helping our clients achieve their goals by providing technology-enabled services which identify improper payments and recoup or prevent losses due to errant billing practices. We are the premier independent healthcare payment integrity company in the US and a leader across several markets, including Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial Healthcare. Through this important work we accomplish our mission: To offer innovative payment accuracy solutions that allow our clients to focus on what matter most – quality of care and healthier lives for all. If you are seeking an employer who values People, Innovation, Integrity, Fun, and fostering an Ownership Culture – then Performant is the place for you!

The Medical Review Nurse II - SNF/MDS primarily performs medical claims audit reviews. As a MR Nurse, you will join a team of experienced medical auditors and coders performing retrospective and prepayment audits on claims for Government and Commercial Payers. You will work remotely in a fast paced and dynamic environment and be part of a multi-location team.

Auditing claims for medically appropriate services provided in both inpatient and outpatient settings while applying appropriate medical review guidelines, policies and rules. Document all findings referencing the appropriate policies and rules. Generate letters articulating audit findings. Supporting your findings during the appeals process if requested. Working collaboratively with the audit team to identify and obtain approval for particular vulnerabilities and/or cases subject to potential abuse. Work in partnership with our clients, CMD colleagues, and other contractors on improving medical policies, provider education, and system edits. Keep abreast of medical practice, changes in technology, and regulatory issues that may affect our clients. Work with the team to minimize the number of appeals; Suggest ideas that may improve audit workflows; Assist with QA functions and training team members. Participate in establishing edit parameters, new issue packets and development of Medical Review Guidelines. Interface with and support the Medical Director and cross train in all clinical departments/areas. Other duties as required to meet business needs.