Utilization Review Technician conducts utilization reviews to determine if patients are receiving care appropriate to illness or condition. Monitors patient charts and records to evaluate care concurrent with the patients treatment. Being a Utilization Review Technician reviews treatment plans and status of approvals from insurers. Collects and complies data as required and according to applicable policies and regulations. Additionally, Utilization Review Technician consults with nurses and physicians as needed. Position is non-RN. May require an associate degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. May require Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). The Utilization Review Technician gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Utilization Review Technician typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Avera is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) – Utilization Review to join our team!
Job Summary
The Utilization Review RN reviews current admissions, stays that go beyond the approved days and retrospective inpatient and observation cases to determine accurate level of care determination based on primary and/or secondary insurance payment requirements. The position also reviews scheduled/booked surgical cases and compares the scheduled registration status with any inpatient only procedure lists for specific insurance companies and ensures registration status is changed based on insurance payment rules; they also obtain a signed inpatient order is on the account for all Medicare inpatient only procedure cases. The position collaborates with clinicians and financial team members including the Pre-anesthesia Department, Surgery Scheduling, Clinical Departments, physicians, payers, Patient Access, Health Information Management, and Case Management. Demonstrates a willingness to maintain awareness of the business of medicine and transitional healthcare changes including but not limited to value-based purchasing ,bundled payments, accountable care organizations and the readmission reduction program
Education and/or Experience
Certification, Licensure and/or Registration
Work Schedule
Pay
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
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