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Alan B. Miller Medical Center

Madera, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Clinical Validation, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Hospital, Legal Standards, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Care Authorizations, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Compliance, Social Work, Team Player, Utilization Management
LOCATION
Madera, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

This role involves coordinating patient care to promote positive outcomes and optimal reimbursement through clinical reviews, documentation, appeals, and reporting.
Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (Master's preferred), CA RN license, and 3-5 years of experience in inpatient psychiatric or utilization management settings.
Key responsibilities:

  • Conduct daily clinical reviews for various payers to secure treatment authorization.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care and payer compliance.
  • Complete appeals and support post-claim reviews, audits, and compliance activities.
  • Work with hospital departments to align documentation with patient conditions.
  • Contribute to utilization data reporting and facilitate physician reviews as needed.
  • Must demonstrate effective communication, knowledge of behavioral health care, and understanding of hospital operations. The position emphasizes service excellence, professionalism, teamwork, and compliance with legal standards.

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Alan B. Miller Medical Center