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Clinical Appeals Nurse (RN)

Molina Healthcare

San Antonio, TX
1 month ago
$77,969 - $141,371

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Job Description

Join Molina Healthcare as a Clinical Appeals Nurse (RN) and utilize your clinical expertise to make impactful decisions on appeals outcomes. In this role, you'll review denied cases, ensure compliance with regulations, and serve as a resource for various departments while mentoring junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform clinical/medical reviews of previously denied cases
  • Re-evaluate medical claims and associated records
  • Apply appropriate criteria on PAR and Non-PAR cases
  • Review denial decisions with Chief Medical Officer
  • Resolve escalated complaints regarding Utilization Management
  • Identify and report quality of care issues
  • Prepare and present cases for hearings
  • Represent Molina in Fair Hearings
  • Serve as a clinical resource for various stakeholders
  • Provide training and mentoring for less experienced staff

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing
  • Active, unrestricted State Registered Nursing (RN) license in good standing
  • 3-5 years clinical nursing experience
  • 1-3 years Managed Care Experience
  • Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT coding and HCPC
  • Knowledge of CMS Guidelines, MCG, InterQual

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • 5+ years Clinical Nursing experience
  • Certified Clinical Coder
  • Certified Medical Audit Specialist
  • Certified Case Manager
  • Certified Professional Healthcare Management
  • Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality

Benefits & Perks

Competitive benefits and compensation package