Utilization Review Specialist Job Summary: The Utilization Review (UR) Specialist is responsible ... Reports to: VP of Revenue Cycle Management Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not ...
Utilization Review Specialist Job Summary: The Utilization Review (UR) Specialist is responsible ... Reports to: VP of Revenue Cycle Management Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not ...
Specialist, Utilization Review
Columbus, OH · On-site
UR contacts external case managers/managed care organizations for certification of insurance ... Previous utilization review experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred. License:
Specialist, Utilization Review
Columbus, OH · On-site
UR contacts external case managers/managed care organizations for certification of insurance ... Previous utilization review experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred. License:
Conducts utilization reviews of behavioral health cases to determine medical necessity ... Assists with retrospective reviews and denial management to maintain appropriate and cost-effective ...
Conducts utilization reviews of behavioral health cases to determine medical necessity ... Assists with retrospective reviews and denial management to maintain appropriate and cost-effective ...
Specialist, Utilization Review
Columbus, OH · On-site
UR contacts external case managers/managed care organizations for certification of insurance ... Previous utilization review experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred. License:
Specialist, Utilization Review
Columbus, OH · On-site
UR contacts external case managers/managed care organizations for certification of insurance ... Previous utilization review experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred. License:
Works with the Utilization Management team primarily responsible for inpatient medical necessity/utilization review and other utilization management activities aimed at providing Healthcare members ...
Works with the Utilization Management team primarily responsible for inpatient medical necessity/utilization review and other utilization management activities aimed at providing Healthcare members ...
Well versed in Utilization Management - Must be able to determine elective vs urgent request with Prior Authorization Review * Provider Claims, Appeals and Denials - certain services require prior ...
Well versed in Utilization Management - Must be able to determine elective vs urgent request with Prior Authorization Review * Provider Claims, Appeals and Denials - certain services require prior ...
Utilization Management Representative I
Columbus, OH · On-site
$15.96 - $23.94/hr
Refers cases requiring clinical review to a Nurse reviewer. * Responsible for the identification ... Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an ...
Utilization Management Representative I
Columbus, OH · On-site
$15.96 - $23.94/hr
Refers cases requiring clinical review to a Nurse reviewer. * Responsible for the identification ... Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an ...
UR Coordinator, Full Time
$24 - $32/hr
Experience in utilization review, case management, medical records, or healthcare billing strongly preferred * Strong understanding of insurance authorization processes (Medicare, Medicaid, and ...
UR Coordinator, Full Time
$24 - $32/hr
Experience in utilization review, case management, medical records, or healthcare billing strongly preferred * Strong understanding of insurance authorization processes (Medicare, Medicaid, and ...
Works with the Utilization Management team primarily responsible for inpatient medical necessity/utilization review and other utilization management activities aimed at providing Healthcare members ...
Works with the Utilization Management team primarily responsible for inpatient medical necessity/utilization review and other utilization management activities aimed at providing Healthcare members ...
For billing and hospitalization utilization review purposes, the reviewer will identify and certify ... Maintain compliancy with regulation changes affecting utilization management. PositionRequirements ...
For billing and hospitalization utilization review purposes, the reviewer will identify and certify ... Maintain compliancy with regulation changes affecting utilization management. PositionRequirements ...
High School Diploma/GED Required Experience: 0-2 years of experience in a Utilization Review Department in a Managed Care Environment. Previous Hospital or Healthcare clerical, audit or billing ...
High School Diploma/GED Required Experience: 0-2 years of experience in a Utilization Review Department in a Managed Care Environment. Previous Hospital or Healthcare clerical, audit or billing ...
Helping to manage an over $ 7million/ year hospital utilization contract * Reviewing necessary medical record reviews and making a determination on hospital appeals. * Supervising and training RNs, ...
Helping to manage an over $ 7million/ year hospital utilization contract * Reviewing necessary medical record reviews and making a determination on hospital appeals. * Supervising and training RNs, ...
Outpatient Navigator
$18.25 - $25/hr
Utilization Review/Management (UM) to secure necessary authorizations. Support with ongoing UM, as needed, including, but not limited to pre-certifications, renewal authorizations, denial appeals ...
Outpatient Navigator
$18.25 - $25/hr
Utilization Review/Management (UM) to secure necessary authorizations. Support with ongoing UM, as needed, including, but not limited to pre-certifications, renewal authorizations, denial appeals ...
Outpatient Navigator
$18.25 - $25/hr
Utilization Review/Management (UM) to secure necessary authorizations. Support with ongoing UM, as needed, including, but not limited to pre-certifications, renewal authorizations, denial appeals ...
Outpatient Navigator
$18.25 - $25/hr
Utilization Review/Management (UM) to secure necessary authorizations. Support with ongoing UM, as needed, including, but not limited to pre-certifications, renewal authorizations, denial appeals ...
Outpatient Navigator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18.25 - $25/hr
Utilization Review/Management (UM) to secure necessary authorizations. Support with ongoing UM, as needed, including, but not limited to pre-certifications, renewal authorizations, denial appeals ...
Outpatient Navigator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18.25 - $25/hr
Utilization Review/Management (UM) to secure necessary authorizations. Support with ongoing UM, as needed, including, but not limited to pre-certifications, renewal authorizations, denial appeals ...
Helping to manage an over $ 7million/ year hospital utilization contract * Reviewing necessary medical record reviews and making a determination on hospital appeals. * Supervising and training RNs, ...
Helping to manage an over $ 7million/ year hospital utilization contract * Reviewing necessary medical record reviews and making a determination on hospital appeals. * Supervising and training RNs, ...
RN Case Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Work closely with Utilization Review team in coordinating C-9 (treatment plan)/vocational rehab ... Case Management Team Lead * Assess documentation of medical records for completeness on a ...
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RN Case Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Work closely with Utilization Review team in coordinating C-9 (treatment plan)/vocational rehab ... Case Management Team Lead * Assess documentation of medical records for completeness on a ...
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RN Case Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Work closely with Utilization Review team in coordinating C-9 (treatment plan)/vocational rehab ... Case Management Team Lead * Assess documentation of medical records for completeness on a ...
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RN Case Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Work closely with Utilization Review team in coordinating C-9 (treatment plan)/vocational rehab ... Case Management Team Lead * Assess documentation of medical records for completeness on a ...
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Maintains knowledge of current concepts, researches needs and research strategies related to care coordination including case management, utilization review, and discharge planning. * Assists in ...
Maintains knowledge of current concepts, researches needs and research strategies related to care coordination including case management, utilization review, and discharge planning. * Assists in ...
Family Practice Physician Outpatient Only Practitioner - Physicians Only Apply - Perm
$215K - $344K/yr
Provides medical leadership of all for utilization management, cost containment, and medical quality improvement activities. Performs medical review activities pertaining to utilization review ...
Family Practice Physician Outpatient Only Practitioner - Physicians Only Apply - Perm
$215K - $344K/yr
Provides medical leadership of all for utilization management, cost containment, and medical quality improvement activities. Performs medical review activities pertaining to utilization review ...
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Job description
Position: Utilization Review Specialist
Job Summary: The Utilization Review (UR) Specialist is responsible for ensuring that clients receiving substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services meet clinical criteria for admission, continued stay, and discharge. This role supports compliance with payer requirements, maintains proper documentation, and collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to maximize reimbursement while ensuring high-quality, medically necessary care.
Reports to: VP of Revenue Cycle Management
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct initial and concurrent reviews to determine medical necessity using established criteria
- Submit authorization requests and clinical documentation to insurance providers in a timely manner
- Monitor authorizations and ensure services rendered align with approved levels of care
- Track and manage authorization expirations and initiate reauthorization requests as needed
- Review clinical records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with payer and regulatory standards
- Ensure treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries support medical necessity
- Provide feedback to clinical staff to improve documentation quality
- Maintain adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality regulations
- Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and insurance companies for utilization review matters
- Participate in peer-to-peer reviews when required
- Address denials by gathering supporting documentation and submitting appeals
- Stay current with payer guidelines and regulatory changes affecting SUD services
- Collaborate with clinical, admissions, billing, and case management teams to ensure continuity of care and proper utilization of services
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and level-of-care needs
- Communicate authorization status and payer requirements to relevant staff
- Maintain accurate records of authorizations, denials, and appeals
- Track utilization metrics and identify trends to improve efficiency and reimbursement
- Participate in audits and quality assurance initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Experience/Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in behavioral health, nursing, social work, or a related field required.
- Knowledge of ASAM Criteria required
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in utilization review, case management, or clinical services within behavioral health or SUD treatment
- Experience working with commercial insurance, Medicaid, and/or Medicare preferred
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Must pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen
Desired Experience/Abilities:
- Master's degree or clinical licensure (e.g., LSW, LPC, LCSW, RN) preferred.3 years in a supervisory or management role within a behavioral health setting
- Working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding systems, with relevant certification (e.g., CPC, CCS-P) or equivalent experience
- Understanding of medical necessity criteria, including experience with InterQual and/or Milliman (MCG) guidelines
Location: Columbus, OH
About Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions
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Industry
Offices of mental health practitioners
Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
Columbus, OH, US
Year founded
2018