Utilization Review Specialist (7028) Mercer County (Willingboro)

Description

The Utilization Review (UR) Specialist is responsible for contacting external case managers and managed care organizations for pre-authorization and concurrent reviews throughout the duration of a consumers stay. The Specialist assists the treatment planning team in understanding insurance requirements, and completes UR audits for billing compliance.

Full Time

Qualifications & Skills

Ability to understand and apply federal, state and local regulations and laws governing quality assurance and utilization review

Knowledge of methods and procedures of admissions, discharges and consumer care in mental health programs

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to use good judgment in making critical decisions about the necessity of treatment

Required Licenses or Experience

Masters degree in psychology, counseling, social work, psychiatric nursing (RN), or related behavioral health field

NJ RN, LCSW or LPC strongly preferred

Minimum two (2) years related experience in utilization review

Minimum two (2) years experience in the mental health field

Valid Drivers license in state of residence and a safe driving record

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