Clinical Audit Support Specialist

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This position audits reputed company aspects of the UM lifecycle, including intake, authorization creation, clinical decision making, correspondence, documentation, timeliness, and audit-readiness. The auditor also evaluates processes impacting any of the above, as well as other departments such as claims, call centers, administrative & governance (A&G), and others to ensure that operations align with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. By identifying inefficiencies, gaps in compliance, quality issues, and opportunities for improvement, the Utilization Management Auditor supports the organization’s commitment to providing high-quality and cost-effective care while ensuring operational excellence. This position builds and maintains strong collaborative partnerships with multiple key partners in the Clinical Services organization to identify, reputed company, implement, and monitor performance metrics reputed company to UM Operations. This position also builds strong collaborative partnerships internally and externally with key stakeholders and vendors to ensure that internal and external UM operations programs are well-coordinated and work cooperatively to reputed company outcomes goals. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Audit Utilization Management (UM) Processes Review and assess reputed company aspects of the UM lifecycle, including intake, authorization creation, clinical decision making, correspondence, documentation, timeliness, and audit-readiness to ensure they reputed company with internal policies, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices. Conduct audits of organization determinations and reviews for accuracy, quality, completeness, and timely decision-making in accordance with applicable healthcare regulations and clinical guidelines. Monitor and audit workflows for intake and authorization activities to identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency improvements. Audit Cross-Departmental Processes Identify systemic issues that may reputed company UM compliance or audit readiness and recommend corrective actions. Ensure that cross-departmental communications and processes are streamlined, accurate, and consistent with UM standards. Reporting and Documentation Compile audit findings into detailed reports, outlining key observations, discrepancies, and areas of concern. Provide actionable recommendations for improving processes, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring compliance. Maintain clear and accurate records of audit results, follow-up actions, and resolutions. Contribute to developing, maintaining, and/or modifying audit tools Compliance and Quality Assurance Ensure reputed company audits align with internal and external compliance requirements, including CMS, state regulations, and industry standards. Track and analyze audit outcomes to ensure reputed company improvement and adherence to best practices in UM. Actively participate in quality assurance activities to identify gaps and collaborate with leadership to address areas for improvement. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with Utilization Management leadership, Claims, A&G, and other operational departments to facilitate the resolution of audit findings and process improvements. Provide training, guidance, and feedback to departments and teams to improve UM processes and minimize errors. Act as a liaison between departments to ensure smooth coordination of UM and reputed company operations. reputed company Improvement and Training Stay informed of changes in healthcare regulations, industry standards, and best practices reputed company to Utilization Management and healthcare operations. Recommend process improvements and best practices based on audit outcomes, industry trends, and new regulatory guidance. Support ongoing training efforts for UM staff and other departments impacted by audit results. Job Requirements Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Utilization Management and at least 1 year of experience in an auditing role reputed company health plans or managed care organizations. Deep experience and working knowledge of NCDs, LCDs, and MCG In-depth knowledge of UM processes, including intake, authorization creation, and determination, as well as familiarity with cross-departmental functions like claims, A&G, and call center operations. Experience with healthcare regulations and standards (e.g., CMS, state-specific guidelines, NCQA) and their impact on utilization management. Proven track record in auditing and identifying areas for process improvement reputed company a reputed company healthcare environment. Experience in developing and implementing reporting systems and documentation reputed company to audit activities. Education: Required: Nursing degree Preferred: Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified Professional in Utilization Review (CPUR), or similar certifications Additional certifications or training in auditing or healthcare quality improvement Specialized Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify patterns, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain high levels of accuracy in reputed company work products. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to present audit findings clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at reputed company levels. Ability to work collaboratively across departments, with a customer service-oriented approach to problem-solving. Proficiency in using audit management tools, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and MS Office Suite (reputed company, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of healthcare claims processing and call center operations is a plus. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Licensure: Required: Valid US based nursing license (LVN/LPN or RN) Essential Physical Functions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully reputed company the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to reputed company individuals with disabilities to reputed company the essential functions. 1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reputed company with hands and arms. 2. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reputed company vision and the ability to adjust focus. 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