Prior Authorization RN - Telecommute - Must be licensed in/reside in Oklahoma - Tulsa, OK - Med Surg

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Prior Authorization RN - Telecommute - Must be licensed in/reside in Oklahoma - Tulsa, OKFor those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us and help people live healthier lives while doing--your life's best work.(sm) -- This role will be performing outpatient clinical coverage review services, which require interpretation of state and federal mandates, applicable benefit language, and consideration for outpatient procedures and services.-- -- This employee will be required to work 8.5 hours (8 hours + 30 minute lunch)--within the time frame of 8:00am and 6:00pm in your time zone.-- Rotating Saturdays are required as well (approximately every 6 to 12 weeks).----If you reside in the state of Oklahoma, you'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. -- Primary Responsibilities: Function as a member of a self-directed team to meet specific individual and team performance metrics Ability to communicate in writing and verbally, all types of benefit determinations including decisions regarding coverage guidelines, contractual limitations and reimbursement determinations Telephonic discussion with health care providers and / or members to explain benefit coverage determinations and to obtain additional clinical information Acts as a resource for others with less experience Work independently and collaborating with Medical Directors and non-clinical partners Adapt to a highly changing environment and a heavy case load Required Qualifications: A current unrestricted Compact State RN license in the state of Oklahoma Must reside--in the state of Oklahoma 3+ years as a Registered Nurse (RN) 3+ years of RN clinical experience in a hospital inpatient/acute care setting Demonstrate a proficiency in computer skills - Windows, Instant Messaging, Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook and OneNote Exemplary clinical documentation skills Must dedicated, distraction-free, space for home office Access to install secure high-speed internet (minimum speed 1.5 download mps & 1 upload mps) via cable / DSL in home (wireless / cell phone provider, satellite, microwave, etc. does NOT meet this requirement) Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Broad range of nursing experience - med surg, ICU, ER Background involving utilization review for an insurance company or experience in case management Medicare experience Experienced in Medicare, Medicaid and CMS guidelines and regulations Familiarity with Milliman Care Guidelines or Interqual Experience in medical necessity review, medical record review, medical record audits Experienced in collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals Knowledge of ICD 10 and CPT coding The ability to work seamlessly and independently in multiple computer platforms The ability to be flexible and willing to adapt to an ever-changing environment To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients, and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies now require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles require full COVID-19 vaccination as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state, and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment. -- Careers with Optum.--Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do--your life's best work.(sm) -- *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy -- Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. -- UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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