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Concurrent Utilization Review Nurse (Work from Home)

California, United States

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We are transforming healthcare to be value-driven, creating a seamless, consumer-centric care experience that maximizes value for all.

We believe that all health consumers are entitled to high quality, coordinated healthcare. We uniquely align the interests of health consumers, providers, and payors to make high-quality healthcare accessible and affordable to all populations across the ACA Marketplace, Medicare, and Medicaid.


 

Job Summary:

The Concurrent Utilization Review (UR) Nurse is responsible for conducting real-time clinical reviews to ensure the medical necessity and appropriateness of healthcare services provided to members under a managed care health plan. This role involves assessing inpatient admission and continued stays, coordinating with healthcare providers, facilitating communication with payers, and ensuring compliance with health plan policies and clinical guidelines. The UR Nurse collaborates with the Medical Director and clinical leadership for complex cases, denials, and escalated reviews.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Concurrent Review & Case Assessment

  • Conduct timely reviews of inpatient and skilled nursing services to determine medical necessity and appropriateness based on established clinical guidelines (e.g., InterQual, MCG).
  • Evaluate clinical documentation to support level-of-care determinations, treatment plans, and continued hospital stays.
  • Ensure adherence to health plan policies, clinical criteria, and regulatory requirements.

2. Collaboration with Medical Director

  • Review and escalate complex or borderline cases to the Medical Director for further assessment.
  • Provide the Medical Director with comprehensive clinical summaries, including case history, treatment plans, and justifications for continued care or level-of-care decisions.
  • Collaborate with the Medical Director to develop treatment recommendations and resolve discrepancies in care.

3. Authorization & Payer Communication

  • Process authorization requests for inpatient hospital admissions, LTAC, inpatient rehab, and skilled nursing admissions.
  • Communicate with healthcare providers to request additional documentation or clarify treatment plans.
  • Ensure timely approvals or denials of requested services per the health plan’s benefit structure and clinical guidelines.
  • Escalate cases to the Medical Director or higher clinical authority when necessary.

4. Care Coordination & Discharge Planning Support

  • Work closely with case managers, social workers, and care teams to facilitate seamless care transitions.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary discussions to address complex cases and ensure members receive appropriate care.
  • Identify and escalate discharge barriers to support timely and effective discharge planning.
  • Assist in transitioning patients from inpatient to outpatient or post-acute care settings.

5. Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, accreditation standards (e.g., NCQA, URAC), and health plan policies.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of all concurrent review activities, including authorizations, denials, escalations, and Medical Director reviews.
  • Support quality improvement initiatives by tracking utilization trends and identifying resource optimization opportunities.

6. Education & Collaboration

  • Educate providers and staff on health plan clinical guidelines, medical necessity criteria, and authorization processes.
  • Provide guidance on escalating complex cases to the Medical Director.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in utilization management.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
 

Qualifications:

  • Education: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) with an active, unrestricted California nursing license required; BSN preferred.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 1 year in utilization review, case management, or a related field.
    • Experience in a managed care setting with medical necessity reviews is strongly preferred.
  • Certifications:
    • Preferred: Certified Professional in Utilization Review (CPUR), Certified Case Manager (CCM), or Accredited Case Manager (ACM).
    • Additional clinical nursing or case management certifications are a plus.
  • Skills:
    • Strong knowledge of clinical guidelines (e.g., InterQual, MCG) and medical necessity criteria.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with healthcare providers, payers, and members.
    • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in reviewing clinical documentation.
    • Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR), utilization management software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

 

For individuals assigned to a location(s) in California, NeueHealth is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on the applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the range is $74,260.46-$111,390.70 Annually.

Additionally, employees are eligible for health benefits; life and disability benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with match; Paid Time Off, and paid holidays.

 

 

 
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and employ a diverse employee group committed to meeting the needs of NeueHealth, our consumers, and the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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