Physician Reviewer

Description:

• Evaluates clinical service requests made by an organization's members and providers.
• Uses clinical judgment in conjunction with organization's criteria to adjudicate these requests.
• May also provide clinical leadership in other areas of the organization. Identifies opportunities to manage members' clinical situations with a view toward creative problem solving and anticipation of possible future clinical problems for the member.
• Participates in the process to evaluate clinical service requests.
• Practices anticipatory case management for members whose cases come for review, in partnership with case managers.
• Participates in the Physician Review Units' appeal process of service denials.
• Participates in the development of Physician Review Units' policies and procedures.
• Actively participates in all unit continuous quality improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Medical Director.
• Board Certified (ABMS) M.D. or
  
  D.O, unrestricted and active license to practice medicine requested and 5 years clinical experience to include inpatient experience, or any combination of education/experience that would provide an equivalent background.
• Must have understanding of managed care and demonstrate PC proficiency, as file review will be done via computer in most cases.

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Note:

Position does not provide direct patient care or medical diagnosis.)