What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilization Review Specialist position at Summit BHC?
Utilization Review Specialist | Canyon Vista Recovery Center | Mesa, Arizona
About the Job : PURPOSE STATEMENT :
The Utilization Assistant provides support to all utilization review / management activities of the facility to continuously improve the collection, reimbursement, coordination, and presentation of utilization review information. Works with insurance providers to obtain coverage for clients. Assists in utilization reviews and insurance appeals. Responds to inquiries from clients, their families, and professional referral sources.
Roles and Responsibilities :
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Assists the admissions department with pre-certifications of care. Performs pre and post admission benefit verification with managed care organizations.
- Reviews medical records of clients for appropriateness of level of care at admission and at intervals determined by documentation in medical record.
- Conducts interactive and timely reviews with payers to ensure certification of care.
- Maintains accurate documentation and files as it relates to utilization management.
- Coordinates information and findings with the business office to help recognize or resolve possible payment problems.
- Attends daily treatment team to discuss client needs and ensure that all disciplines are aware of client insurance status and needs.
- Ensure that insurance benefits are verified in a timely manner.
- Communicates any UR or Quality issues as noted in the chart to supervisor immediately to ensure timely resolution of problems.
- Responds to telephone and Internet inquires.
- Researches insurance company guidelines and uses admission and continuing stay criteria for coverage.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS :
LICENSES / DESIGNATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS :
Not applicable.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS :
This position is an Individual Contributor.
Why Canyon Vista Recovery Center?Canyon Vista Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Canyon Vista Recovery Center is an EOE.
Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.
