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Medical Director

Codinix Technologies, Inc.

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90–$100 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Business Administration, Case Management, Clinical Information Systems, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Content Management Systems (CMS), Cross-Functional, Customer Escalations, Customer Support/Service, Disease Prevention and Control, Health Insurance, Hospital, Maintain Compliance, Managed Care, National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), Osteopathy, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Patient Care Authorizations, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Public Health, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Standards of Care, Telephone Skills, United States Citizen, Utilization Management, Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC), Writing Skills
POSTED
8 days ago

Medical Director Job Description 

This job, as part of a physician team, ensures that utilization management responsibilities are performed in accordance with the highest and most current clinical standards. The incumbent reviews escalated cases electronically and using Medical Policy criteria sets to evaluate the medical necessity and appropriateness of the requested treatment of service. Depending on the nature of the case, telephonic peer to peer discussions may be required. The incumbent ensures compliance to NCQA, URAC, CMS, DOH, and DOL regulations at all times. In addition to utilization review, the incumbent participates as the physician member of the multidisciplinary team for case and disease management. They will advise the multidisciplinary team on cases, particularly high-risk cases, through the team structure. Additionally, the incumbent may be assigned special projects to help support and improve the care of our members.

 

Responsibilities

·       Conduct electronic review of escalated cases against medical policy criteria, which may include telephonic peer to peer discussions, to determine medical necessity and appropriateness. Complete initial determination of cases, review of appeals and grievances, and other reviews as assigned. Compose clear and concise rationales for members and provider determination notifications all while adhering to required compliance standards (NCQA, URAC, CMS, DOH, and DOL regulations, etc.). Ensure that all aspects of the medical management process are consistent with community standards of care.

·       Participate as a member of the CMDM multidisciplinary team. Attend huddles and grand rounds. Advise multidisciplinary team on cases that require physician expertise.

·       Participate in protocol and guidelines development to ensure consistency in the review process.

·       Actively manage projects and/or participate on project teams that require a physician subject matter expert.

·       Other duties as assigned.

 

Required Qualifications

  • Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
  • 5 years in Clinical, Direct Patient care (hospital, outpatient, or private practice)
  • Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
  • Awarded Board Certification at least once in specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Association Specialty Certifying Boards
  • Active medical state licensure required for PA, NY, or WV.
  • Critical Thinking
  • Case Management
  • Customer Service
  • Oral & Written Communication Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Listening
  • Telephone Skills
  • General Computer Skills
  • Clinical Software
  • Managed Care

 

Preferred Qualifications

·       Master's Degree in Business Administration/Management or Public Health

·       1 year in Medical Management in a Health Insurance Plan; strong knowledge of managed care industry

 

Additional Details

·       Fully remote

·       Must be a US citizen

·       Contract with the possibility of full-time hire

About the Company

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Codinix Technologies, Inc.