Utilization Review Specialist
West Chester, OH - USA
Job Summary
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
Utilization Review Specialist facilitates clinical reviews on all patient admissions and continued stays. UR analyzes patient records to determine legitimacy of admission treatment and length of stay and interfaces with managed care organizations external reviewers and other payers. UR advocates on behalf of patients with substance abuse dual diagnosis psychiatric or emotional disorders to managed care providers for necessary treatment. UR contacts external case managers/managed care organizations for certification of insurance benefits throughout the patients stay and assists the treatment team in understanding the insurance companys requirements for continued stay and discharge planning.
- Displays knowledge of clinical criteria managed care requirements for inpatient and outpatient authorization and advocates on behalf of the patient to secure coverage for needed services
- Completes pre and re-certifications for inpatient and outpatient services. Reports appropriate denial and authorization information to designated resource.
- Actively communicates with interdisciplinary team to acquire pertinent information and give updates on authorizations.
- Participate in treatment teams to ensure staff have knowledge of coverage and to collect information for communication with agencies.
- Works with DON to ensure documentation requirements are met.
- Ensure appeals are completed thoroughly and on a timely basis.
- Interface with managed care organizations external reviews and other payers.
- Communicate with physicians to schedule peer to peer reviews.
- Accurately report denials.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage withmedical plans starting at just $10 per pay period tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What were looking for
Education: Bachelors degree required. Masters degree preferred.
Experience: Previous utilization review experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.
License: Current unencumbered clinical license strongly preferred.
Additional Requirements: CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) preferred. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime
More about Beckett Springs
Beckett Springs is a 96 bed facility with 2 Outpatient site locations. behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Chester community for over 10 years. We are proud to be Accredited by The Joint Commission and be recognized for the Psych Armor Certification.
EEOC Statement
Beckett Springsis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Beckett Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more