Clinical Claims Review RN - Las Vegas, NV at UnitedHealth Group Canada

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

50.48

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Claims Review, Utilization Review, Case Management, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, ICD-10 Coding, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Medical Necessity Evaluation, Clinical Documentation, InterQual, Healthcare Compliance, Medical Records Management, Data Interpretation, Healthcare Systems

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Under direct supervision of the Manager and Supervisors, Clinical Claims Review, conducts retrospective reviews for appropriateness of diagnostic procedures, inpatient, ambulatory, emergency room, and evaluation & management services, coding levels, etc., utilizing standardized criteria, protocols, and guidelines. This RN will train and provide coverage for the Medical Adjudication and Coding Units in Clinical Claims Review. Primary Responsibilities: Provide support to all units within Claims to ensure all clinical components are met for CMS, NCQA, URAC, DOL, DOI, and all other State and Federal entities Identify business priorities and necessary processes to triage and deliver work Use appropriate business metrics (e.g. case turnaround time, productivity) and applicable processes/tools to optimize decisions and clinical outcomes Review assigned claims (e.g. ER, inpatient, diagnostic procedures) to evaluate medical necessity and determine appropriate levels of care and site of service Maintain incoming pended claims, electronic inquiries and medical records work queue Identify information missing from clinical documentation; request additional clinical documentation as appropriate Make determinations per relevant protocols (e.g., deny, return to claims system, designate as inappropriate referral, proceed with clinical or non-clinical research) Prepare claims for medical director review by completing summary and attaching all pertinent medical information Interpret codes and determine coding accuracy Use available resources to further interpret coding accuracy Identify relevant information needed to make clinical determination Review other approved sources of clinical information and use data for making clinical determinations (e.g., previous diagnoses, authorizations/denials) Participate in various special projects as assigned Attend assigned meetings relating to clinical reviews and other aspects of job function Perform all job functions with a high degree of discretion and confidentiality in compliance with federal, company & departmental confidentiality guidelines You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Current, unrestricted RN license for the state of Nevada 2+ years of nursing experience in utilization review, case management, clinical claims review, or similar field with at least one-year experience working in a hospital or clinical setting Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree CPC certification Knowledge of managed care delivery system concepts such as HMO/PPO Ability to learn and differentiate between company products and the benefits Knowledge of evidenced based and standardized criteria such as InterQual Knowledge of CPT, and ICD-10 coding Broad knowledge of medical conditions, procedures and management Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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Responsibilities

The RN will conduct retrospective reviews for the appropriateness of various medical services and coding levels. They will also maintain claims and documentation, make clinical determinations, and prepare claims for medical director review.