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How much do senior behavioral health utilization review jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior behavioral health utilization review in the United States is $79,771.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Behavioral Health Utilization Review vs Behavioral Health Case Manager?

AspectSenior Behavioral Health Utilization ReviewBehavioral Health Case Manager
CredentialsLicenses (e.g., RN, LCSW), certifications in utilization reviewLicenses (e.g., LCSW, LPC), case management certifications
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, insurance companies, managed care organizationsHospitals, community clinics, outpatient centers
Primary FocusReviewing medical necessity, authorizing services, ensuring appropriate utilizationCoordinating care, supporting patient needs, connecting clients with resources

While both roles involve behavioral health, the Senior Behavioral Health Utilization Review focuses on evaluating and authorizing services based on medical necessity, often within insurance or managed care settings. In contrast, Behavioral Health Case Managers actively coordinate patient care and support recovery efforts. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and employer expectations in behavioral health services.

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Infographic showing various Senior Behavioral Health Utilization Review job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,771 per year, or $38.4 per hour.
Supervisor Behavioral Health Utilization Review

Supervisor Behavioral Health Utilization Review

Saint Luke's Health System

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Saint Luke's Health System (Kansas City) rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 109 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

377th of 884 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Description
Saint Luke's Crittenton Children's Center in South Kansas City, MO is seeking a Supervisor of Behavioral Health Utilization Review to join our team.
This role facilitates and directs the Utilization Review Department, Case Management and Reception teams of a 24/7 inpatient residential and hospital program. Additionally, ensures compliance with all pertinent regulations, analyzes trends related to denials & authorizations, builds strong relationships with third party payers. Positive relationships with physicians, nursing supervisors and senior administration are required to ensure empathic and timely response to individual patient and community needs.
Job Details:
  • Monday - Friday, dayshift, 9am -5pm. Remote work not preferred, but occasional opportunity, must be primarily onsite. No weekend or holiday rotations.
  • Supervises and completes daily operations as assigned by Manager of Intake and Utilizations Review.
  • Oversees resources and functions related to utilization review and regulatory compliance adherence.
  • Responsible for training of staff, discipline and evaluations.
  • Monitors and maintains data to achieve quality outcomes and progression with the departmental strategic plan.
  • Collaborates and communicates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure communication of patient's treatment to the managed care provider.
  • Review clinical charts in order to file appeals on denied accounts.
  • Oversees scheduling and supervision needs for the Reception team.
  • Must have a master's degree and current clinical licensure for State of Missouri (LPC or LCSW)
  • 1-3 years in a leadership or team lead role preferred

Job Requirements
Applicable Experience:
2 years
Licensed Professional Counselor - Various
Master's Degree
Job Details
Full Time
Day (United States of America)
The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.
Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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