Summary
 

Palmetto GBA is looking for Registered Nurses to join our RCD (Review Choice Demonstration) Medicare Medical Review team. Selected candidates will be reviewing medical records to determine medical necessity and eligibility under RCD guidelines. This administrative role will need strong clinical and computer skills. No regular patient/provider contact. Excellent for those individuals looking to transition their career from direct patient care to working from home.

Description
 

Logistics:

• Work from home after one week of onsite training in Columbia, SC, or Birmingham, AL.

• You must have high-speed (non-satellite) internet service and a private home office to work from home.

• Six weeks of training will start on 10/28/2024.  Unfortunately, no time off during training will be permitted.

• Regular Work Hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Monday through Friday

• Preferred candidates will live in South Carolina or Alabama.

What You'll Do:

• Perform medical claim reviews for one or more of the following: claims for medically complex services, services that require preauthorization/predetermination, requests for appeal or reconsideration, referrals for potential fraud and/or abuse, and correct coding for claims/operations. Make reasonable payment determinations based on clinical medical information and established criteria/protocol sets or clinical guidelines.

• Determines medical necessity, appropriateness, and/or reasonableness and necessity for coverage and reimbursement. Monitor process’s timeliness in accordance with contractor standards. Document medical rationale to justify payment or denial of services and/or supplies. Educate internal and external staff regarding medical reviews, medical terminology, coverage determinations, coding procedures, etc. in accordance with contractor guidelines.

• Participate in quality control activities supporting corporate and team-based objectives. Provide guidance, direction, and input as needed to LPN team members. Provide education to non-medical staff through discussions, team meetings, classroom participation, and feedback. Assist with special projects and specialty duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

• License: Active RN licensure in state hired, OR, active compact multistate RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

• Education: Associate degree - Nursing OR Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.

• Work Experience: Two years of clinical experience as an RN.

• Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of word processing software.  Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions.  Good judgment skills.  Demonstrated customer service and organizational skills.  Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.  Analytical or critical thinking skills.  Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

• Software and Tools: Microsoft Office.

What We Prefer You Have:

• Work Experience: Medical review or utilization review experience is strongly preferred. Five years of varied RN nursing experience to include:  Emergency, Critical Care, or Medical/Surgical experience. Medicare experience.

• Software and Tools: Ability to use multiple Windows-based programs simultaneously.

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Fantastic health plans and free vision coverage

• Life insurance

• Paid annual leave — the longer you work here, the more you earn

• Nine paid holidays

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in significant locations

• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service Recognition

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will conduct interviews with the most qualified candidates.

 

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.