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ERISA Recovery

Clinical Denials Specialist / Utilization Management

ERISA Recovery, Plano, Texas, us, 75086

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Clinical Denials Specialist / RN – Medical Necessity Reviewer We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Clinical Denials Specialist

with a strong background in

nursing (RN)

and a deep understanding of

medical necessity reviews

and

utilization management . In this role, you will work closely with internal case management teams, insurance providers, and clinical departments to analyze denied claims, prepare appeals, and ensure medical necessity documentation aligns with payer requirements.

About Us:

ERISA Recovery is a fast-growing company based in Dallas, TX, specializing in the recovery of aged and complex claims using the Federal ERISA appeals process. Our collaborative and innovative team offers an extraordinary opportunity for career growth in the ever-evolving revenue cycle industry.

Key Responsibilities

Review clinical documentation and denial letters to assess the reason for denial.

Conduct thorough

clinical reviews

for inpatient and outpatient cases.

Utilize

InterQual, MCG (Milliman), and McKesson review criteria

to determine medical necessity.

Draft and submit

clinical appeals

and

peer-to-peer reviews

as needed.

Collaborate with

ER case managers , physicians, and utilization review teams to gather and validate required documentation.

Evaluate and resolve issues related to

pre-certifications ,

authorizations , and

continued stay reviews .

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payer policies, CMS guidelines, and industry standards.

Track denial trends and provide feedback for process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN)

– active license required.

Minimum of

3-5 years

of clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient case management, including emergency room case management.

Strong experience with medical necessity criteria tools (InterQual, MCG/Milliman, McKesson Review) and pre-certifications, authorizations, and continued stay reviews.

Proven track record of

successful appeal writing

and overturning denials.

Familiarity with payer-specific guidelines and reimbursement models.

Excellent critical thinking, clinical judgment, and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills

Experience with denial analytics and reporting tools.

Knowledge of Medicare Advantage and Medicaid Managed Care regulations.

Why Join Us?

Work in a mission-driven environment focused on improving healthcare access and reimbursement.

Collaborate with a dynamic team of healthcare professionals and revenue cycle experts.

Competitive compensation and benefits package, including 401(k) with matching, health insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid lunches.

Job Details

Location: Plano, TX (Relocate before starting work – Required)

Shift: 8 hour shift

ERISA Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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