Utilization Review Manager - Home Care ensures quality and level of care for patients are up to established standards and comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Investigates and resolves reports of inappropriate care. Being a Utilization Review Manager - Home Care may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. To be a Utilization Review Manager - Home Care typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
The Director of Case Management & Utilization Review will be responsible for compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation regarding Utilization Review and Discharge Planning including implementation and annual review of the Utilization Management Plan and assisting with the coordination of the UR Committee. The Case Manager is also responsible for coordinating discharge planning and patient needs for care, treatment, and services during hospitalization and after discharge. The case manager is responsible for ensuring proper utilization of services, including appropriate status, placement, and efficient delivery of services as ordered by the attending provider. The Director of Case Management & Utilization Review will work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive the appropriate care during and after hospitalization.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred,
· Valid Kansas Registered Nurse or Social Work license,
· At least 3 years of nursing or case management/UR experience preferred,
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
· Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, and
· Proficient in the use of computer software programs.