Prior Authorization Coordinator

Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc. (CHNCT) is currently seeking a Prior Authorization Coordinator (LPN).

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Works collaboratively with Health Services’ staff in conducting medical necessity review
• activities for Community Health Network members. 
• Approves or denies services based on benefit package and medical necessity criteria.

Tasks Performed: 

• Responds to telephonic and written requests by CHNCT providers for authorization and benefit coverage for CHNCT members. 
• Conducts medical necessity review of requests for DME, outpatient therapies and prior authorizations for inpatient and outpatient procedures.
• Identifies need for coordination of benefits and identifies third party liability as appropriate.
• Utilizes the InterQual and or Medicaid criteria to make decisions. 
• Selects, formats, proofreads and prints appropriate member and provider denial letters prior to mailing.
• Refers cases to CHNCT Medical Reviewer when clinical information does not support medical necessity. 
• Assists in education of primary care providers, specialists and ancillary providers on CHNCT policies and procedures. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions: 

• Maintains knowledge of covered benefits for Medicaid programs. 
• Shares information as necessary with appropriate clinical staff. 
• Identifies and refers cases appropriate for Intensive Care Management evaluation. 
• Identifies authorization issues and brings those requiring attention to the Manager for resolution.
• Reviews requests for non-par services and approves or denies based on guidelines/policies. 
• Reviews requests for services not included in member’s benefit package.

Desired Education: Two years post-secondary schooling

Desired Degree: Associate's degree

Desired Major:  Licensed practical nursing

Desired Job Experience: 3 to 5 years related experience

Certifications Required: Active Licensed Practical Nurse License

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