Managed Care Coordinator coordinates utilization reviews of managed care contracts using established guidelines and processes. Ensures all clinical operations comply with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines and other managed care policies. Being a Managed Care Coordinator communicates with physicians, discharge planners and others to process referrals, authorization for services, and capture data related to utilization. Maintains managed care contracts and information databases and prepares reports. Additionally, Managed Care Coordinator typically requires an associate degree in nursing. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires Registered Nurse (RN). The Managed Care Coordinator has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. Independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. To be a Managed Care Coordinator typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Under the direction of the Value Based Coordinator, the LPN - Managed Care, role is to provide clinical expertise for specific complex and/or rising risk patient populations with a design to meet specific contractual and program related requirements. Ensures excellence with transitions of care to achieve optimal clinical outcomes through a seamless model of access and care. Focuses on improving the health status and care for individuals with chronic conditions with complex medical, mental health and psychosocial issues. The LPN - Managed Care demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with staff, patients, families and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.
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