Appeal Analyst RN

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Appeals Nurse | 2 years’ experience | Remote | Contract Walker Healthforce is seeking a Appeals Nurse with 2 years of experience to support a healthcare client based out of New Jersey. This is a 3-month contract opportunity. MUST BE A RESIDENT OF THE FOLLOWING STATES: NJ, NY, DE,CT, PA. START DATE: ASAP HOURS/SCHEDULE: 8am-5pm EST Monday- Friday WORKER TYPE: W2

Appeal Analyst RN who will train new hire in the clinical role to complete Utilization Management Appeals and act as an RN II on the team Assesses patient's clinical need against established guidelines and/or standards to ensure that the level of care and length of stay of the patient are medically appropriate for inpatient stay. Evaluates the necessity, appropriateness and efficiency of medical services and procedures provided. Coordinates and assists in implementation of plan for members. Monitors and coordinates services rendered outside of the network, as well as outside the local area, and negotiate fees for such services as appropriate. Coordinates with patient, family, physician, hospital and other external customers with respect to the appropriateness of care from diagnosis to outcome. Coordinates the delivery of high quality, cost-effective care supported by clinical practice guidelines established by the plan addressing the entire continuum of care. Monitors patient's medical care activities, regardless of the site of service, and outcomes for appropriateness and effectiveness. Advocates for the member/family among various sites to coordinate resource utilization and evaluation of services provided. Encourages member participation and compliance in the case/disease management program efforts. Documents accurately and comprehensively based on the standards of practice and current organization policies. Interacts and communicates with multidisciplinary teams either telephonically and/or in person striving for continuity and efficiency as the member is managed along the continuum of care. Understands fiscal accountability and its impact on the utilization of resources, proceeding to self-care outcomes. Evaluates care by problem solving, analyzing variances and participating in the quality improvement program to enhance member outcomes. Completes other assigned functions as requested by management.