What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilization Management Specialist position at Corewell Health?
Job Summary
Under general direction, assists in the provision of the highest service level possible to patients/customers to ensure their satisfaction. Participates in activities with third party payors in order to maximize reimbursement.
Essential Functions
- Understands and accesses insurance websites. Completes required duties as defined for specific payers to obtain authorization numbers for payment.
- Provides clerical support for Utilization Management; sorting faxes and mail, obtaining authorization numbers, completing follow-up on outstanding cases, and delivery of letters associated with outpatient or inpatient status.
- Utilizes electronic medical record work queues that support Utilization Management functions.
- Answers incoming calls or places outbound calls with appropriate communication skills. Triages all calls to the appropriate person for resolution and action or completes appropriate follow-up.
- Problem solves issues that are received via phone, fax or email.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Preferred
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. completion required. Post high school training and/or academic coursework leading toward associate’s or bachelor’s degree
- Two years of healthcare experience
- Competency and comprehension of basic medical terminology. Well-developed computer skills and/or business related software/application literacy.
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Beaumont Service Center - 26901 Beaumont BlvdDepartment Name
Utilization Management - CH EastEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Days Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
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