Care Review Processor II

Will require dual monitors and a docking station



Job Description: This position is remote however due to issues we have had with past contractors we will require candidates to live in PST time zone and work in PST time zone.



What are the must have requirements? UM experience-Prior authorization, medical terminology, ICD 10 knowledge, CPT codes

What are the day to day responsibilities? Process faxes (requests from providers). Build authorizations, call providers, very computer literate, answer calls from providers

Is there specific licensure is required in order to qualify for the role? none

What is the desired work hours (i.e. 8am 5pm)



1. Tues-Sat

2. Sunday-Thurs

3. Schedule that includes both Sat/Sun so for example Wed-Sun, Thurs- Mon, etc

For the hours 8:30-5:00 w/ 30 min lunch option for all 3 positions



•* Please specify which schedule your candidate prefers or can work**

What additional equipment besides a laptop, keyboard, mouse and headset will be required for this candidate to be successful in this role? 2 monitors in addition to laptop



These 3 temps will be assisting us on the IP non-clinical team. We will be having them clerk faxes from the Clerk box to our Coordinator box. They will be assisting us with daily call outs to facilities to confirm if member is still in house or has been discharged. Assisting with verifying facility and IPA phone and fax numbers. There will be some work to do in the Coordinator box side - typically we start them with processing Custodial Care referrals.



Equipment needed: Dual monitors & a docking station















Summary: Works within the Care Access and Monitoring (CAM) team to provide clerical and data entry support for Client Members that require hospitalization and/or utilization review for other healthcare services. Checks eligibility and verifies benefits, obtains and enters data into systems, processes requests, and triages members and information to the appropriate Health Care Services staff to ensure the delivery of high quality, cost-effective healthcare services according to State and Federal requirements to achieve optimal outcomes for Client Members. Essential Functions: Provide computer entries of authorization request/provider inquiries by phone, mail, or fax. Including: o Verify member eligibility and benefits, o Determine provider contracting status and appropriateness, o Determine diagnosis and treatment request o Assign billing codes (ICD-9/ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPC codes), o Determine COB status, o Verify inpatient hospital census-admits and discharges, o Perform action required per protocol using the appropriate Database. Respond to requests for authorization of services submitted to CAM via phone, fax and mail according to Client operational timeframes. Participates in interdepartmental integration and collaboration to enhance the continuity of care for Client members including Behavioral Health and Long Term Care. Contact physician offices according to Department guidelines to request missing information from authorization requests or for additional information as requested by the Medical Director. Provide excellent customer service for internal and external customers. Meet department quality standards, including inter-rater reliability (IRR) testing and quality review audit scores. Notify Care Access and Monitoring Nurses and case managers of hospital admissions and changes in member status. Meet productivity standards. Maintain confidentiality and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Participate in Care Access and Monitoring meetings as an active member of the team. Meet attendance guidelines per *** policy. Follow Standards of Conduct guidelines as described in *** HR policy. Comply with required workplace safety standards. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to communicate, problem solve, and work effectively with people. Working knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations. Ability to think analytically and to problem solve. Good communication and interpersonal/team skills. Must have a high regard for confidential information. Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Computer skills and experienced user of Microsoft Office software. Accurate data entry at 40 WPM minimum. Required Education: High School Diploma/GED Required Experience: 2-4 years of experience in a Utilization Review Department in a Managed Care Environment. Previous Hospital or Healthcare clerical, audit or billing experience. Experience with Medical Terminology.

Comments for Suppliers: Will require dual monitors and a docking station