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Tennessee Cancer Specialists, PLLC lists this Insurance Reviewer opportunity in eugene, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Insurance Reviewer - ClinicalWillamette Valley Cancer Institute is looking for an Insurance Reviewer to support our patients receiving testing and treatment needed for their diagnosis by navigating insurance portals and obtaining all appropriate authorizations. With a focus on authorizations for infusion drugs, radiation therapy, imaging, genetics and surgeries our Insurance Reviewers pave the way for our patients and treatment team to follow the prescribed treatment pathway. An individual that thrives in a high-volume workspace, with the ability to manage shifting priorities will find success in this role.The general pay scale for this position at WVCI is $26.00-$29.80. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to: prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, internal equity, etc.Employment Type: Full TimeBenefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)Location: Eugene, ORResponsibilitiesReviews, processes and audits the medical necessity for treatments including radiation oncology, gynecologic surgery, genetic lab testing, imaging, and chemotherapy treatment for each patient. Documentation of regimen related to pathway adherence and payer guidelines.Communicate with nursing, physician, pharmacists and medical staff to inform them of any restrictions or special requirements in accordance with particular insurance plans. Provides prompt feedback to physicians and management regarding pathway documentation issues, and payer issues with non-covered chemotherapy drugs.Updates coding/payer guidelines for clinical staff. Tracks pathways and performs various other business office functions on an as needed basisObtains insurance authorization and pre-certification for various oncology & hematology related services.Maintains a good working knowledge of chemotherapy authorization requirements for all payers, State and federal regulatory guidelines for coverage and authorization.Adheres to confidentiality, state, federal, and HIPAA laws and guidelines with regards to patient's records.Other duties as requested or assigned.QualificationsHigh school degree or equivalent.Minimum three (3) years of prior authorization experience required. Revenue cycle experience preferred.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. Work will involve in-person interaction with co-workers and management and/or clients. Work may require minimal travel by automobile to office sites.The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Worksite address
eugene, OR, 97401, US
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