What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse - Clinical Review position at WNS Global Services?
Job Description
- Performs utilization review of cases to determine if the request meets medical necessity criteria in accordance with medical policies agreed upon with the Client and any applicable governing body.
- Facilitates resolution of escalated cases that may require special handling.
- Performs clinical reviews according to the policies and procedures of HealthHelp within the identified State and Federal or Client agreed upon timeframes.
- Collaborates with client personnel to resolve customer concerns.
- Appropriately identifies and refers quality issues to UM Leadership.
- Assists Physician Reviewers and Medical Directors, as necessary, to ensure compliance with review timeframes.
- Maintains written documentation according to HealthHelp’s documentation policy.
- Ensures consistency in implementation of policy, procedure, and regulatory requirements in collaboration with Nursing Management.
- Keeps current with regulation changes as provided by Compliance Department and Nursing Management.
- Adheres to all HIPAA, state, and federal regulations pertaining to the clinical programs.
- Provides quality customer service through interaction with providers, administrative staff, and others.
- Creates, encourages, and supports an environment that fosters teamwork, respect, diversity, and cooperation with others.
- Engages in phone conversations with ordering providers, members, internal staff, primary care physicians (PCPs), and rendering providers as necessary to facilitate the clinical review process and ensure appropriate care decisions.
- Effectively utilizes various computer systems and software to manage cases and document reviews.
- Promotes business focus which demonstrates an understanding of the company’s vision, mission, and strategy.
- Participates in the HealthHelp Quality Management Program, as required.
- Adheres to both URAC & NCQA standards pertinent to their job description.
- Ability to prioritize projects, work independently under pressure, and meet critical deadlines.
- Capable of communicating clinical concepts to providers and staff based on guidelines.
- Performs other related duties and projects as assigned to meet business needs.
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Additional Information
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