Prior Authorization Clinician (Remote) Our client is seeking a clinically experienced Prior Authorization Clinician who combines hands-on home care knowledge with strong payer-side utilization review expertise. The ideal candidate brings sound clinical judgment, critical thinking, and attention to detail while working efficiently in a high-volume environment and maintaining consistent quality and regulatory standards. This position is fully remote, with occasional travel to Boston, Massachusetts for team meetings or training as needed. Prior Authorization Clinician Responsibilities Review outpatient home care authorization requests for medical necessity by applying established clinical criteria and evidence-based guidelines to supporting documentation. Perform payer-side prior authorization and utilization review activities, making timely and well-supported coverage determinations within required turnaround times. Evaluate complex clinical information, document review decisions accurately, and escalate cases requiring physician review when established criteria are not met. Communicate effectively with providers, clinical teams, and internal stakeholders while maintaining complete and compliant case documentation. Meet established productivity and quality expectations while supporting regulatory compliance, process improvement, and appropriate referrals to care management. Prior Authorization Clinician Qualifications Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of residence, with a nursing degree or diploma required; bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Direct outpatient home care experience providing patient care and payer-side prior authorization experience reviewing home care services are both required. 2+ years of prior authorization/utilization review experience using evidence-based clinical criteria, such as InterQual, within a managed care or health insurance environment. Strong clinical judgment, analytical thinking, organization, and communication skills with demonstrated success balancing review quality and productivity expectations. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced remote environment, meet regulatory timelines, and participate in after-hours coverage as needed; Medicare and Medicaid knowledge is preferred.

Compensation:

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