DRG Nurse Reviewer Appeals and Hearings- Remote

For 50 years, our nation’s federal Medicaid program has worked to improve the health, safety and well-being of America’s most vulnerable populations: low-income families, women and children, seniors, and those with disabilities. With positive health and cost outcomes that pierce inequities and impact economies, the success of these programs is inextricably tied to the prosperity of communities, individual states and the nation as a whole. We think that demands respect and, more importantly, is deserving of a lifetime commitment from innovators who can help those who operate within and around health and human services evolve — in any market at any stage. At Gainwell Technologies, that’s our sole focus. Built across more than five decades, Gainwell has intentionally seized opportunities to advance its digitally enabled services to meet agencies, health plans and MCOs where they are on their modernization journeys and propel them into the future of public health. Our commitment to innovation, deep experience and ability to leverage insights from customers across 50 states has allowed us to expand on next-generation, cloud-enabled technologies. Today, Gainwell offers one of the most comprehensive suites of scalable services and solutions on the market — all proven to deliver cost savings, better patient outcomes and an improved provider experience. Equally important to our expanding technologies and results: We bring ideas that bring policies to life.

It takes great medical minds to create powerful solutions that solve some of healthcare’s most complex challenges. Join us and put your expertise to work in ways you never imagined possible. We know you’ve honed your career in a fast-moving medical environment. While Gainwell operates with a sense of urgency, you’ll have the opportunity to work more flexible hours. And working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work-life balance, continuous learning, and career development. Sign-on bonuses are available for highly qualified candidates. Summary We are seeking a talented individual for a DRG Nurse Reviewer Appeals and Hearings to coordinate and perform all appeal related duties including analyzing and responding appropriately to appeals from providers; reviewing documentation to ensure all aspects of the appeal have been addressed properly and accurately; prepare case files and case summaries for hearings; and participate in in virtual and on-site hearings.

Reviews provider appeals and redeterminations using approved clinical and coding guidelines and documents appeal determinations clearly and concisely. Analyzes and reviews appeal documentation to ensure all aspects of the appeal have been addressed properly and accurately while maintaining production goals and quality standards. Prepares case files and case summaries for hearings and actively participates in hearings in conjunction with the Medical Director. Assists management with training new reviewers to include daily monitoring, mentoring, feedback and education. Maintains current knowledge of clinical criteria guidelines and/or coding guidelines; successfully completes required CEUs to maintain RN license and/or coding certification. Responsible for attending training and scheduled meetings to enhance skills and working knowledge of clinical policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Actively cross-trains to perform reviews of multiple claim types to provide a flexible workforce to meet client needs.