Utilization Review Specialist
Utilization Review Specialist
virtual vocationsNew York, NY
8 days ago
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Apply for this role →To support the treatment of addiction and mental health issues, the full-time Remote Utilization Review Specialist will manage pre-authorizations and concurrent reviews, collaborating with case managers and the multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure compliance with insurance requirements.
Key responsibilities:
Completes pre-authorizations, concurrent reviews, and internal utilization reviews
Consults with the treatment team to gather necessary information for concurrent reviews
Schedules peer-to-peer reviews and coordinates urgent appeals as needed
Required qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a health or behavioral health-related field required; graduate degree preferred
High School diploma or equivalent with a state license (e.g., RN, LPN, LCSW, LMHC) preferred
Minimum of three years' experience in a psychiatric or chemical dependency setting
Minimum of three years' experience in Utilization Review preferred
State licensure preferred (e.g., RN, LPN, LCSW, LMHC)
Also on the board Same function, level within a rung
Level
Senior
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Industry
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers
Posted
8 days ago