Position Overview :
The Medical Review Nurse . The role ensures claims meet emergency criteria, medical necessity, and correct coding, coordinating with providers for second-level reviews as needed.
Key Responsibilities :
- Perform claims review / adjudication using industry standards.
- Determine if claims meet emergency criteria, medical necessity, and correct coding (CPT / HCPCS / Revenue codes).
- Evaluate appropriate level of care and length of stay.
- Prepare reports, analyze trends, and savings.
- Participate in research and special projects.
- Coordinate with providers and internal teams as required.
Knowledge & Skills Required :
Medical nursing practice, case management, utilization review protocols.Managed care processes and healthcare delivery systems.Coding : CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9; InterQual criteria; CCI.Statistical analysis and reporting.Good written and verbal communication, organizational skills, team collaboration.Ability to work independently and virtually.Requirements :
Active RN license in Arizona.Behavioral Health experience (preferably outpatient).Fingerprint Clearance Card (facility may initiate if candidate does not have one).High school diploma and experience in healthcare delivery systems.Preferred :
Experience in concurrent and retrospective review.Knowledge of InterQual, CCI, HCPCS, CPT coding, managed care.Certification in CPT coding a plus.Compliance Documents (Submit in one PDF) :
ResumeRN LicenseLevel 1 Fingerprint Clearance CardR2R / Cover LetterVerification of work locationSpecialty :
Medical Claims Review / Utilization Review / Managed Care Nursing