Speech-Language Pathologists-25518
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Job Location:
Albany, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 34 - 34
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Mission statement of OHIP:
The overall mission of the Office of Health Insurance Programs is to optimize the health of Medicaid members by wisely using all available resources. OHIP is responsible for administering New Yorks Medicaid budget (approximately $65B for 2018) by collaborating with stakeholders across the health care industry including other state agencies local and federal government agencies providers members and community-based organizations. OHIP is also responsible for implementation of major initiatives including Medicaid Redesign the Affordable Care Act and State Administration of Medicaid.
Division functions:
Division Medical and Dental Directors
The Division is responsible for the prior approval and pended claims functions for durable medical equipment private duty nursing hearing aids vision care and dental. The Division also manages the prior approval process for out-of-state nursing home placements high tech radiology the Center for Operational Excellence and the Medical Indemnity Fund. The Bureau of Medical Review within the Division of Medical and Dental Directors performs Medicaid operational functions including prior authorization for supplies and services review of pended claims for pricing timeliness of submissions and adherence to Medicaid claims submission policy prior authorization for Fee for Service (FFS) Medicaid beneficiaries seeking admission to skilled nursing facilities out of state and operation of a call center to answer inquiries from providers and members about prior approval.
Position Description:
Conduct comprehensive review of Speech Generating Device requests for Medicaid recipients to determine if the service falls within the scope of coverage of the Medicaid Program and NYS Regulation.
Professional clinical knowledge and judgement used to render decisions that ensure the requested device is appropriate to meet the individuals medical needs.
Actively involved in the Fair Hearing process by providing supporting evidence in written format and represents the NYS Medicaid Prior Approval Department via telephone.
Knowledgeable of NYCRR Title 10 and 18 regulations. Works closely with physicians outside stakeholders and Medicaid members via written and telephonic correspondence.
Instrumental in evaluating and assist in the revision of guidelines for Speech Generating Devices for NYS Medicaid members as needed.
Additional Skill Level Experience or Other Requirements:
Current license/certification
Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience in prior approval of medical supplies/equipment/services or experience in examination of medical records documentation and proposed treatment plans for medical necessity
Proficient in the use of standard office technology
Ability to be flexible innovative and work in a team environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Acute Care
- HTTPS
- Speech Therapy
- Assistive Technologies
- Autism Experience
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Interpretation
- Patient Service Experience
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
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