Summary
 

We are currently hiring for a Medical Reviewer III to join BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. In this role as a Medical Reviewer III, you will perform medical reviews using clinical/medical information provided by physicians/providers and established criteria/protocol sets or clinical guidelines, document decisions using indicated protocol sets or clinical guidelines, and provide support and review of medical claims and utilization practices.

Here is your opportunity to join a dynamic team at a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future.

Description
 

Logistics

This position is full time (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday with an 8-hour shift from 6:00am-5:00pm EST and will be fully remote. Candidates may be asked to report on-site occasionally for trainings, meetings, or other business needs.

What You Will Do:

• Performs 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, correct coding for claims/operations. Makes reasonable charge payment determinations based on clinical/medical information and established criteria/protocol sets or clinical guidelines. Determines medical necessity and appropriateness and/or reasonableness and necessity for coverage and reimbursement. Monitors process’s timeliness in accordance with contractor standards. Documents medical rationale to justify payment or denial of services and/or supplies.
• Educates internal/external staff regarding medical reviews, medical terminology, coverage determinations, coding procedures, etc. in accordance with contractor guidelines.
• Participates in quality control activities in support of the corporate and team-based objectives. Provides guidance, direction, and input as needed to LPN team members. Provides education to non-medical staff through discussions, team meetings, classroom participation, and feedback. Assists with special projects and specialty duties/responsibilities as assigned by management.

To Qualify for This Position, You Will Need:

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing OR Associate's in a job-related field
• 2 years clinical experience plus 1 year utilization/medical review, quality assurance, or home health experience, OR 3 years of clinical experience. FOR PALMETTO GBS (CO. 033) ONLY: 2 years of clinical experience plus 2 years utilization/medical review quality assurance, or home health experience.
• Working knowledge of managed care and various forms of health care delivery systems.
• Strong clinical experience to include home health, rehabilitation, and/or broad medical surgical experience.
• Knowledge of specific criteria/protocol sets and the use of the same.
• 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.
• Required Licenses and Certificates: Active unrestricted RN licensure from the United States and in state of hire, OR, active compact multistate unrestricted RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), OR current active, unrestricted licensure/certification from the United States and in the state of hire in specialty area as requir