Medical Review Nurse Analyst at WPS—A health solutions company

United States

$68k - $70k

Our Medical Review Nurse Analyst is responsible for conducting clinical reviews of medical records to ensure compliance with regulatory and payer guidelines. This analyst ensures that providers are being reimbursed appropriately for services provided based on Medicare guidelines. This Medical Review Nurse Analyst reviews claims and delivers provider education on current billing and documentation requirements. Salary Range $68,000 - $70,000 The base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on your job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Remote Work Location We are open to remote work in the following approved states: Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin How do I know this opportunity is right for me? If you: * Can perform detailed reviews of medical records and documentation to determine the medical necessity of services. * Would enjoy reviewing submitted claims to ensure that billed services are medically necessary and correctly coded based on Medicare guidelines. * Want to ensure Medicare providers are correctly reimbursed when documentation supports services rendered. * Have prepared written clinical summaries and determinations with clear rationale for approvals, denials, or modifications. * Would like to educate providers in accordance with the Targeted Probe and Educate (TPE) program. * Can monitor the progress of assigned providers and educate on current billing and documentation requirements. * Want to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, CMS guidelines, and company policies. * Enjoy staying current on clinical guidelines, medical policy updates, and industry best practices. Minimum Qualifications * Associate’s (ASN) or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN). * Active RN license, applicable to state of practice in good standing. * 1 or more years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting (hospital, homecare, skilled nursing, etc.). * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex medical information clearly and concisely. * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple cases simultaneously. * Basic knowledge and understanding of medical/clinical review processes. * Solid computer skills with experience working in multiple on-line systems including MS Outlook, Teams, OneNote, Word, and Excel. Preferred Qualifications * Experience working for a Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC). * Familiarity with Medicare guidelines and reimbursement processes. * Experience with medical record review or utilization review. Remote Work Requirements * Wired (ethernet cable) internet connection from your router to your computer * High speed cable or fiber internet * Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection (can be checked at https://speedtest.net [https://speedtest.net]) * Please review Remote Worker FAQs [https://secure.wpsic.com/files/remote-work-faqs.pdf] for additional information Benefits * Remote work options available * Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities * 401(k) with a 100% match for the first 3% of your salary and a 50% match for the next 2% of your salary (100% vested immediately) * Competitive paid time off * Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1 * Professional and Leadership Development Programs *  Review additional benefits: (https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/ [https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/]) Who We Are WPS, a health solutions company, [https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/about/index.shtml] is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. 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