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The Lead Customer Solution Center Appeals and Grievances RN is responsible for assisting with the development of a successful and cohesive Appeals and Grievance (A&G) clinical unit. This position is responsible for the quality review of complex and/or escalated clinical A&G cases for all line of business (LOB). The Lead will assist in identifying areas of improvement in increasing positive audit outcomes and improved Customer Service to L.A. Care’s (LAC) membership. This position will ensure the effective investigation and resolution of clinical grievances, appeals, complaints, and complex issues in alignment with L.A. Care policy and procedures along with all relevant regulatory guidelines. Leads and works closely with assigned team daily. This position will mentor, coach, and may provide feedback to management on performance of staff. Ensure team effectiveness and project completion.
Job Responsibility:
Assist with the development of a successful and cohesive Appeals and Grievance (A&G) clinical unit
Quality review of complex and/or escalated clinical A&G cases for all line of business (LOB)
Assist in identifying areas of improvement in increasing positive audit outcomes and improved Customer Service
Ensure the effective investigation and resolution of clinical grievances, appeals, complaints, and complex issues in alignment with L.A. Care policy and procedures and regulatory guidelines
Lead and work closely with assigned team daily
Mentor, coach, and may provide feedback to management on performance of staff
Review and process complex and/or escalated clinical A&G cases
Analyze patient medical records, clinical documentation, and insurance policies to determine medical necessity
Prepare and review A&G files for submission to providers and internal departments
Work with other departments to ensure all aspects of a case are appropriately managed
Conduct targeted and random clinical case audits
Work closely with the leadership team to create and/or modify Desk Level Procedures and recommends enhancements to process and procedures
Assist the Clinical Supervisors in identifying deviations in performance and process changes
Recommend and implement resolutions, new processes, and/or process improvement
Provide accurate and timely written statistical reports
Identify and analyze trends in appeals and grievances to find the root cause of denials
Check, verify and ensure that all clinical A&G cases are processed accurately and within established timelines
Maintain documentation of all communications in the A&G system
Lead the work of assigned staff
regularly assign and check the work of others, providing guidance, training, and feedback on performance
Act as a back-up to the Supervisor in leading meetings and handling escalations as required
Requirements:
Associate's Degree in Nursing for Registered Nurses
At least 8 years of clinical appeals and grievances experience in a managed care, utilization management and/or case management setting
At least 2 years in Medicare/ Medicaid in a managed care/ health plan environment
At least 1 year of leading a process, program, or staff experience
Extensive knowledge of healthcare regulations and managed care guidelines
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to assess complex clinical cases and evaluate medical necessity
Ability to communication, conflict resolution, and motivational skills
Ability to work independently and closely with a team in a collaborative and interactive environment
Ability to adjust to changing circumstances within the team
Good verbal and written communication skills
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) - Active, current and unrestricted California License and/or Physician Assistant (PA) - California License Required
Nice to have:
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing for Registered Nurses
Clinical acute experience
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously