Utilization Reviews Appeals Registered Nurse

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Utilization Review Appeals RN to join our Utilization Review team. About the role ... The appeals & claims UR nurse is responsible for the investigation and review of clinical appeals and post-claim cases. This involves using clinical knowledge, judgment, and established criteria to determine the medical appropriateness of healthcare services, including inpatient and lower level of care admissions, as well as a variety of outpatient and specialty services. Appeals nurses work as individual contributors completing reviews, and interact regularly with Oscar medical providers and other internal operations teams to successfully fulfill their role. You will report into the Clinical Appeals Manager. This is a work-from-home/remote role. You must reside in one of the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Note, this list of states is subject to change. The base pay for this role is: $35 - $45.94 per hour. You are also eligible for employee benefits, monthly vacation accrual up to 10 days per year. Responsibilities ? Complete medical necessity reviews and level of care reviews for requested services using clinical judgment and Oscar Clinical Guidelines, Milliman Care Guidelines ? Obtain the information necessary (via telephone and fax) to assess a member's clinical condition, and apply the appropriate evidence-based guidelines ? Meet required decision-making SLAsRefer members for further care engagement when needed ? Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations ? Other duties as assigned Qualifications ? Active, unrestricted RN licensure from the United States in [state], OR, active compact multistate unrestricted RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) ? Associate Degree - Nursing or Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing Or Successful completion of Diploma Program in Practical Nursing of Accredited School of Nursing ? Ability to obtain additional state licenses to meet business needs ? 1 year of utilization review experience in a managed care setting ? 2 years of clinical experience (including at least ? 1 year clinical practice in an acute care setting, i.e., ER or hospital) Bonus Points ? BSN ? Previous experience conducting concurrent or inpatient reviews for a managed care plan This is an authentic Oscar Health job opportunity. Learn more about how you can safeguard yourself from recruitment fraud here. At Oscar, being an Equal Opportunity Employer means more than upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. It means that we cultivate an environment where people can be their most authentic selves and find both belonging and support. We're on a mission to change health care -- an experience made whole by our unique backgrounds and perspectives.. Pay Transparency: Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan participation, life and disability insurance, and paid wellness time and reimbursements. Reasonable Accommodation: Oscar applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to applicant's disability or need for accommodation. Any Oscar applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Oscar Benefits Team ([email protected]) to make the need for an accommodation known Apply Job! For more such jobs please click here!