Utilization Management Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI 
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Job Description

Job Summary

Under general direction, assists in the provision of the highest service level possible to patients/customers to ensure their satisfaction. Participates in activities with third party payors in order to maximize reimbursement.

Essential Functions

  • Understands and accesses insurance websites. Completes required duties as defined for specific payers to obtain authorization numbers for payment.
  • Provides clerical support for Utilization Management; sorting faxes and mail, obtaining authorization numbers, completing follow-up on outstanding cases, and delivery of letters associated with outpatient or inpatient status.
  • Utilizes electronic medical record work queues that support Utilization Management functions.
  • Answers incoming calls or places outbound calls with appropriate communication skills. Triages all calls to the appropriate person for resolution and action or completes appropriate follow-up.
  • Problem solves issues that are received via phone, fax or email.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. completion required. Post high school training and/or academic coursework leading toward associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Two years of healthcare experience preferred.
  • Competency and comprehension of basic medical terminology. Well-developed computer skills and/or business related software/application literacy.

Primary Location

SITE - Beaumont Service Center - 26901 Beaumont Blvd

Department Name

Utilization Management - CH East

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

8

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2+ years
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