Clinical Denials and Appeals RN

Job Family:

Clinical Appeals Nurse

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

• Conduct pre‑ and post‑service medical necessity reviews for inpatient, observation, and outpatient hospital encounters using evidence‑based criteria such as InterQual and Milliman Care Guidelines.

• Perform retrospective medical record reviews to validate completeness and accuracy of physician and clinical documentation supporting level of care and services rendered.

• Identify denial root causes and determine appeal viability based on payer policies, regulatory guidance, and clinical standards.

• Prepare, submit, and track clinical appeals, including written appeals.

• Collaborate with Patient Access, Case Management, Utilization Management, Coding, and Mid‑Revenue Cycle teams to resolve denials and prevent recurrence.

• Research and apply payer‑specific policies, CMS regulations, and contractual language to support appeal arguments.

• Track and report denial and appeal outcomes, identify trends, and provide recommendations for process improvement and staff education.

• Maintain accurate documentation of all review activities in hospital and payer systems in accordance with compliance standards.

What You Will Need:

• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state you reside.

• Requires a University Degree and minimum 4-6 years of prior relevant experience in acute care clinical experience in hospital setting (Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education or advanced degree)

• Prior experience in clinical denials, utilization review, case management, or appeals required

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing

• Master’s degree in nursing

• Compact State RN License

• Experience with InterQual and/or Milliman Care Guidelines, and electronic medical record systems.

• Experience with inpatient level‑of‑care denials, DRG downgrades, and CMS payer rules.

• Strong knowledge of hospital revenue cycle workflows, medical necessity review, and payer regulations.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills with the ability to independently manage multiple cases.

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The annual salary range for this position is $68,000.00-$113,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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