Behavioral Health Clinical Appeals Reviewer
Richardson Texas HQ (1001 E. Lookout Drive)
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Job SummaryThis position is responsible for coordinating clinical appeals/grievances and complaints for Behavioral Health, reporting, monitoring, scheduling and facilitating appeals according to various regulatory requirements. Analyzes appeals data, determines appeals decisions or prepare cases for Medical Director review.Job Requirements:
*Registered Nurse (RN) or Masters-level Behavioral Health Professional (LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LCPC) with current license to practice at the independent practice level.
*4 years clinical experience (post licensure at the independent practice level) to include implementing or administering managed care or quality assurance activities.
*Knowledge and understanding of state and federal guidelines and regulations.
*Written and verbal communication skills and facilitating skills.
*Interpersonal skills to interface with internal and external customers, including representative of Department of Insurance and government agencies in a rapport-developing manner.
*Organizational skills.
*Detail oriented.
Preferred Job Requirements:
*Bilingual in English and Spanish.
*Experience in processing appeals, denials or grievances in accordance with regulatory or accreditation requirements.
*Experience in Utilization Management or audit.
** Masters-level Behavioral Health Professionals: Please note that you MUST be licensed to practice at the independent level for this role. The # of years of clinical experience required for this role is post licensure (# of years) at the independent level**
*Strong Utilization Review (UR) experience, needed.
*Knowledge of Excel (Microsoft Suite) is needed, as well Experience with Claims, Data Analytics, Electronic Records, is preferred*
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This is a Telecommute (Remote) role for TX, OK, NM, MT and IL: Must reside anywhere within the posted State(s).
Work Schedule: Work Hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Time Zone aligned)
Sponsorship is not available.
The Compensation/Salary offered for this Position will vary depending on Job-related skills, education, knowledge and experience. This role aligns with an Annual Performance Incentive (Bonus) plan.
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Base Pay Range$58,800.00 - $130,100.00 ApplyJob Profile
MT Must reside in specific states NM OK Remote role Sponsorship not available TX
Benefits/PerksAnnual performance incentive bonus Curated development plans Employee Referral Process Inclusive workplace Professional development Purpose-driven company
Tasks- Analyze appeals data
- Coordinate clinical appeals
- Prepare cases for review
- Utilization Management
- Utilization review
Analytics Audit Behavioral health Bilingual Business Clinical appeals Clinical Experience Communication Data & Analytics Detail oriented Electronic records English Excel Federal regulations Grievances Insurance Interpersonal Managed Care Management Microsoft Excel Organizational Quality Assurance Registered Nurse Reporting RN Spanish State guidelines Utilization management Utilization Review Verbal communication Written communication
Experience4 years
EducationBusiness English LCPC LCSW LMFT LPC Masters-level behavioral health professional Registered Nurse RN
Certifications TimezonesAmerica/Anchorage America/Chicago America/Denver America/Los_Angeles America/New_York Pacific/Honolulu UTC-10 UTC-5 UTC-6 UTC-7 UTC-8 UTC-9