Clinical Payer Integrity Nurse

Beyond Blue Job Posting Title: Clinical Payer Integrity Nurse Requisition Number: R-000002833 Department Name: Director, Denials Work Location: Remote-KY Grade Level: 10 Type of Position: Regular Position Time Status: Full time Equivalency Link https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Shift: Days (United States of America) Job Description: Job Summary Responsible for ensuring accurate reimbursement by resolving denied claims through effective appeals processes. Reviews and analyzes denials to identify root causes and opportunities for successful resolution. Collaborates with clinical and billing teams to gather documentation and support appeals. Develops strategies to retain appropriate reimbursement and monitors outcomes to improve future processes. Coordinates with providers, coding, billing, and payer representatives to enhance claims and reimbursement effectiveness. Essential Functions • Conducts clinical reviews of claims and documentation to ensure compliance with payer policies, medical necessity, and clinical standards of care. • Analyzes denial trends related to clinical care, identifies root causes, and develops strategies for resolution and prevention. • Researches patient records and clinical documentation to gather information supporting appeals. • Reports and records denials using designated systems and ensures that the clinical documentation supports the services billed. • Reviews and interprets third-party contract language and payment models. • Analyzes hospital claims for accurate charges and documentation. • Completes and processes appeals within required timeframes and deadlines while referencing guidelines and standards of care. • Assists internal and external customers with denials, appeals, and payment inquiries. • Communicates daily with clinical departments, revenue cycle teams, and payers to facilitate resolution of clinical billing disputes.. • Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirement Bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field Master’s degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field is preferred Experience Requirement 2-3 years of experience in clinical review, payer integrity, utilization management, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures Maintains active RN licensure Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. Never G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time) H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) L. Loud noises: 1. Never M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never O. Radiation: 1. Never P. Burns: 1. Never Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.