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What is the difference between Weekday Optum Utilization Review vs Weekday Optum Claims Reviewer?

AspectWeekday Optum Utilization ReviewWeekday Optum Claims Reviewer
Primary RoleAssess medical necessity and appropriateness of healthcare servicesReview and process insurance claims for accuracy and compliance
CredentialsTypically requires nursing or healthcare-related certificationsUsually requires insurance or claims processing experience, with some certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, healthcare settings, remote optionsOffice or remote, insurance company environment
Industry UsageHealthcare insurance, utilization managementInsurance claims processing, customer service

While both roles are integral to healthcare insurance operations, Weekday Optum Utilization Review focuses on evaluating the medical necessity of services, whereas Weekday Optum Claims Reviewer handles claims processing and verification. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right position based on their skills and credentials.

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UR LVN Utilization/Clinical Claim Review NurseSeybold Clinic

UnitedHealthcare

Pearland, TX • On-site

$20 - $36/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

UnitedHealthcare rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 703 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

133rd of 896 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Utilization Review Lvn Nurse

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Utilization Review LVN nurse will perform documentation review for medical necessity and benefit correlation of requested medical and surgical procedures, services and admissions for HMO, PPO and POS products. The UR LVN nurse will serve as facilitator of communication with clinic, payor and other customers.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Data entry of all UR requests into the Kelsey-Seybold data system
  • Verifies eligibility
  • Obtains benefit interpretation from insurance company
  • Reviews request and chart to determine medical necessity by using internal criteria
  • Approves request or defers to insurance review and assists with MD review
  • Communicates with respective payor to obtain pre-certification authorization
  • Serves as resource to physicians, staff and patients regarding review process
  • Clarifies UR request discrepancies with office submitting or insurance company
  • Other duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • CEU requirement
  • TX LVN license
  • 2+ years of utilization review experience at heath plan, ACO, IPA, or provider group OR 3+ years of diverse clinical experience, including acute care or similar care
  • Good organization and communication skills
  • HMO, PPO and POS insurance knowledge
  • Valid Driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Computer and Coding experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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