Facilitate utilization management (UM) processes to support that the right care is provided at the right place and at the right time.
Apply established criteria to evaluate the appropriateness of admission, level of care, continued hospitalization and readiness for care transition.
Assure timely movement of patients throughout the continuum of care by conducting concurrent review and proactively resolving care, service, or transition of care delays/issues as necessary.
Provide third-party payers clinical information to assure reimbursement.
Coordinate care with the treatment team, patient, family and others as necessary.
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
RN-Registered Nurse of California Upon Hire
2 years recent relevant experience
Demonstrates basic knowledge of the role of UM, Care Transition and/or CM for patients within an acute hospital and/or ED setting
Awareness of healthcare reimbursement systems: HMO, PPO, PPS, CMS, all value-based reimbursement models, and alternative payment systems preferred
Working knowledge of laws, regulations and professional standards affecting case management practice
A broad knowledge base of post-acute levels of care and associated regulatory compliance requirements
Must be able to effectively communicate with, and promote cooperation and collaboration between individuals
Demonstrates ability to efficiently and independently manage own time and tasks with minimal supervision
General understanding of coding and DRG assignment process preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of personalities and departments
Ability to read, write, hear, and communicate verbally in English to the degree required to perform the job
Willingness to act and dress in a professional manner at all times
Proficient in using a computer to accurately enter and extract data, send and receive email
Proficient in the use and application of evidence-based level of care and medical necessity criteria such as InterQual and/or MCG
Must be able to meet accuracy and productivity requirements by the organization standards.
Maintain proficiency in conducting utilization reviews using MCG/InterQual by keeping up with practices and technology, participating in all training and education requirements, and certification or accreditation as applicable.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point) preferred.
Benefits
Yes
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