Job description
Spectrum Billing Solutions is an industry-leading revenue cycle management company for healthcare organizations. We are looking to add a Utilization Review Specialist to our growing team. The Utilization Review Specialist will utilize his or her knowledge and skills to review clinical information and obtain initial and continuing authorizations for behavioral healthcare services. The ideal candidate is passionate, motivated, detail-oriented, and interested in working in a cohesive and rewarding environment.
This is a remote or office/home hybrid position.
Responsibilities include:
- Review patient admission and clinical information to ensure medical necessity and compliance of utilization review guidelines.
- Obtain initial and continuing authorization for treatment services.
- Manage authorization denials including referral for peer review.
- Demonstrate the ability to make critical decisions about medical necessity of treatment by using good judgment.
- Advocate on behalf of patients to ensure maximum length of stay at the appropriate level of care.
- Interact with insurance companies in a respectful, professional manner that facilitates the utilization review process and follows policies and procedures.
- Document and record all necessary information.
- Monitor and track new and ongoing authorization cases.
- Collaborate and communicate with clinical staff to ensure necessary information is obtained and timely reviews are performed.
- Assist the treatment team in understanding payer requirements for admission, continued stay and discharge planning.
- Participate in team meetings and case conference reviews.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to HIPAA regulations
Minimum requirements:
- 3-5 years of related ABA, Substance Abuse, and/or Mental Health experience.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred.
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail to ensure necessary information is captured and properly documented.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet expected deadlines.
- Solid understanding of insurance benefits and coverages.
- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, billing software).
- Understanding of mental and behavioral health treatment services.
At Spectrum, you receive:
- A close-knit team of talented and skilled individuals.
- Growth opportunities within the organization.
- Competitive salary.
- Healthcare benefits including 401K, medical, dental & vision.
- Flexible PTO.
