Bilingual RN Letter Quality Reviewer - Telecommute

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Ensuring that the Adverse Letters comply with all applicable State and Federal laws and consent decrees, as well as the applicable accrediting regulatory review agencies, including but not limited to CMS, NCQA, HIPAA, and all UHC policies and procedures as applicable.
 
**This position is Tuesday-Saturday.  There is flexibility on the scheduled day off, but Saturday is required.**
 
Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinates internal reviews on denial letters to determine compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements of the State and Federal programs, while reviewing for efficiencies and effectiveness of procedures
Performs internal Quality Control reviews on processes and activities while developing recommendations for improvement
Serves as a catalyst for implementing an appropriate risk assessment process designed to identify and correct deficiencies
Assists with the coordination of external audits and reviews conducted by our clients or contracting organizations
Maintain extensive knowledge of regulatory and applicable accrediting body requirements becoming a Compliance resource for the team
Proficient in interpreting benefits, contracts, and medical policy
Review denial notice issued by the National Letter team to ensure accuracy and compliance, as well as providing recommendations for improvement, as needed
Interact effectively with other departments
Maintain knowledge of State rules, contracts and Federal legislation/regulations as well as UHG guidelines
Establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the company to support goals and objectives
Demonstrate flexibility, availability and dependability to conform to position responsibilities
 

Required Qualifications:

RN license
Fully bilingual (Spanish) - reading, writing, speaking
Proven analytical and problem solving skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
The applicant should possess a high attention to detail, exceptional documentation abilities, and organizational skills
Proven ability to meet critical deadlines consistently, while completing tasks accurately
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously by working independently, as well as part of a team, in a fast paced environment
Knowledge of State and Federal Regulations
Excellent computer skills with direct experience in Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
Preferred Qualifications:

Managed care experience or experience with a regulatory or accredited body strongly preferred
 
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UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
 
 
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