RN Medical Reviewer II

Posted 18hrs ago

Employment Information

Education
Salary
Experience
Job Type

Report this job

Job expired or something wrong with this job?

Job Description

RN medical reviewer evaluating medical claims and coverage decisions for BlueCross South Carolina’s government-contract insurance operations. Applying clinical guidelines, documenting determinations, and educating staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform medical claim reviews for medically complex services, preauthorization/predetermination requests, appeals or reconsiderations, potential fraud and/or abuse referrals, and correct coding for claims/operations
  • Make charge payment determinations using clinical/medical information and established criteria, protocol sets, or clinical guidelines
  • Determine medical necessity, appropriateness, reasonableness, and necessity for coverage and reimbursement
  • Monitor process timeliness according to contractor standards
  • Document medical rationale supporting payment or denial of services and/or supplies
  • Educate internal and external staff on medical reviews, medical terminology, coverage determinations, and coding procedures
  • Participate in quality control activities supporting corporate and team-based objectives
  • Provide guidance, direction, and input to LPN team members
  • Educate non-medical staff through discussions, team meetings, classroom participation, and feedback
  • Assist with special projects and specialty duties assigned by management

Requirements:

  • Associate's degree in a job-related field
  • Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing as degree equivalency
  • 2 years clinical experience
  • Working knowledge of word processing software
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions
  • Good judgment skills
  • Demonstrated customer service and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
  • Analytical or critical thinking skills
  • Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion
  • Microsoft Office
  • Active RN licensure in the state of hire, OR active compact multistate RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
  • High-speed (non-satellite) internet service and a private home office
  • Position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits:

  • Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
  • Education Assistance
  • Service Recognition
  • National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more