Clinical Nurse Coding Consultant Telecommute

Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs. Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and community. We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected.
Health/Vision/Dental insurance
Fertility/Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources
Job Summary This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of reviewing and processing predeterminations, claims, appeals, and other inquiries utilizing independent decision making in accordance with medical policy, standards of medical practice, and within contractual benefits. The Nurse Consultant will serve as a primary resource for internal staff throughout the company regarding medical policy, correct coding, medical necessity, and other processes that relate to claims adjudication, cost effectiveness, and predeterminations. Work Location This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.
What you'll do Responsible for independent timely resolution of predeterminations, claims, and appeals utilizing medical policy/Interqual criteria and/or physician consultant recommendations as needed.
Responsible for responding to inquiries regarding medical necessity, correct coding, allowances, audits/CSC requests, and coding assistance requests throughout the company.
Responsible for providing clinical support for MR analysts and other internal staff as needed.
Responsible for performing all job functions within the scope of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act and maintaining professional accreditations as appropriate to the position.
Responsible for identifying potential quality of care issues and making appropriate referrals.
Assists with gathering of quality assurance/utilization management data, problem identification and analysis of data. Routinely provide decisions that set precedent and place the company at financial risk for shield claims and cross claims up to $500,000.
May be responsible for attending, participating in, and leading special projects and meetings.
Education High school diploma or equivalent required Bachelor's degree or equivalent in nursing preferred
Experience Minimum 3 years' experience of clinical nursing experience required RN experience in Surgical, Medical, Obstetric, and/or Utilization Management preferred
Licenses and Certifications Current unrestricted Kansas RN licensure required CPC certified or obtain certification by American Academy of Professional Coders within three years of hire required
Travel No travel
Must be self-directed with the ability to make independent decisions and prioritize personal production activities. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and via telephone regarding sensitive and confidential issues while maintaining a professional image. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As we move forward in this new era of health care we want to continue that tradition. Whether a member needs Blue Cross to cover an annual check-up or give them peace of mind during a major medical crisis, we want our members to know they can trust BCBSKS to meet their needs. Being the insurer Kansans trust with their health.
Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment. As we move forward in this new era of health care we want to continue that tradition. Whether a member needs Blue Cross to cover an annual check-up or give them peace of mind during a major medical crisis, we want our members to know they can trust BCBSKS to meet their needs. Being the insurer Kansans trust with their health.

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