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MagnaCare

UM Denials Coordinator

MagnaCare, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517

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About the Role BHPS provides Utilization Review services to its clients. The UM Denials Coordinator supports the Utilization Management function by reviewing denied and partially denied authorizations and preparing denial correspondence within the Utilization Management system. This role drafts, edits, and formats denial and partial denial letters to ensure clarity, accuracy, completeness, and appropriate readability while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and client-specific service level agreements.

The position works closely with physicians and nursing staff and may require follow-up phone calls or email communication to clarify determinations, obtain additional information, or resolve discrepancies prior to letter release. The UM Denials Coordinator reports to the Clinical Services team and performs a range of moderately complex administrative and operational tasks in support of UM activities. This fast‑paced, productivity‑driven role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

Review denied authorization cases within the Utilization Management system to understand the clinical determination and supporting rationale before letter creation

Draft, edit, and format denial and partial denial letters based on authorization determinations, accurately copying approved clinical statements, criteria citations, and physician rationale into templates

Apply working knowledge of Utilization Management processes and sound judgment to ensure all written correspondence is clear, readable, complete, and accurate

Ensure all letter content, data fields, and member, provider, and service details are accurately populated to prevent compliance risks or downstream operational issues

Communicate with physicians and nursing staff as needed to clarify determinations, obtain missing information, or resolve discrepancies prior to letter release

Prioritize and triage denied authorization cases in alignment with client‑specific requirements and regulatory turnaround times

Respond to and resolve member and provider inquiries related to denied authorizations and denial correspondence

Review, investigate, and resolve items listed on the failed fax report to ensure timely and successful delivery of correspondence

Perform other related duties as assigned

Essential Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Two or more years of healthcare administrative support experience

Two or more years of managed care experience in Utilization Management or Appeals

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated customer service skills, including effective written and verbal communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a Windows‑based environment

Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and learn new processes and systems

Preferred Qualifications

Proficient in electronic medical records and medical record documentation

2‑4 years’ experience as a medical assistant, office assistant, or other clinical experience

Previous experience handling/reviewing UM denial letters

Proficient/experienced with CPT‑4 and ICD‑10 codes

Previous member service or customer service telephonic experience

Company Information Brighton Health Plan Solutions, LLC, is committed to improving how healthcare is accessed and delivered. Our culture focuses on encouragement, respect, and increasing diversity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging at every level. We partner with self‑insured employers, Taft‑Hartley Trusts, health systems, providers, and other TPAs, offering flexible & cutting‑edge third‑party administration services. Our proprietary provider network and innovative technology platform enable clients to enhance the member experience and achieve healthcare goals.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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