Utilization Review Coordinator

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Allentown, PA, USA
In-Office
20-20 Hourly
Mid level
Healthtech • Professional Services • Telehealth
The Role
Perform admission, continued stay, discharge and appeals reviews for managed care clients; track ASAM and county referral requirements; maintain UR databases, insurance eligibility, census accuracy, and work with billing to reduce uncovered days and client balances. Communicate with referral sources, attend clinical staffing, and report to the Assessment Manager.
Summary Generated by Built In

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve.  A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges.  We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Deliverables/Principal Results Expected:
 Perform admission, continued stay and discharge reviews on all managed care clients.
 Maintain positive relationships with referral sources and insurance companies.
 Track admissions, continued stay and discharge ASAM requirements for county referrals.
 Maintain organized system of reporting to counselors when ASAM’s are due and when review calls are to be made.
 Maintain current insurance eligibility information through EVS, Navinet, etc.
 Monitor Census for accuracy of funding.
 Attend clinical staffing to obtain information for client reviews.
 Maintain daily UR database accurately.
 Perform Act 106 reviews and follow up appeals.
 Track all county referrals for documentation of admission calls.
 Maintain and participate in chart reviews to ensure proper paperwork is in place.
 Work directly with Billing Department to reduce uncovered days of funding. Investigate cases with insurance and referral sources to recuperate lost days of funding.
 Report to the Assessment Manager on a weekly basis.
 Manage all self-pay clients and clients with copays, deductibles, coinsurance and liabilities.
 Reduce client balances.
 Other duties as assigned.

Technical Competencies:
Provide the company with accurate information to ensure full financial coverage for each client day. Provide the referral source(s) with timely information to ensure good customer focus. Maintain client confidentiality and provide a safe therapeutic treatment. Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations. Knowledge of facility contracts and agreements. Knowledge of medical terminology, appeal and denial process, composition of medical records. Knowledge of data entry (primarily Excel) and mathematics. Knowledge of pre-certification process and ASAM. Knowledge of CARF standards, release of information and confidentiality. Knowledge of DSM V, private care managers and county referral sources.

Education, Experience:
Associate Degree or equivalent required; Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health. Intermediate knowledge of computer skills and the internet, Microsoft Office experience, Excel- Intermediate level, Word- Intermediate level. 3-5 years’ experience in Utilization Review or related position in a healthcare setting.

Job-related Behavioral Characteristics:
Demonstrates professionalism, leadership, confidentiality, strong social communication skills, time-management, organized. Must possess skills to communicate effectively and interact well with people of diverse backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to problem solve by gathering and analyzing information, working well in an individual/ group problem solving situation, and showing initiative in problem solving. Maintains professionalism and does not show favoritism. Maintains consistency with clients, staff, visitors, and the public. Ability to handle a crisis situation and react appropriately. Flexibility and adaptable. Ability to make decisions in an objective and ethical manner. Calm and decisive in crisis situations. Ability to sustain a team environment, drive continuous improvement projects, confidentiality, excellent problem-solving skills and excellent communicator within the team framework. Self-starter, takes initiative.

The starting compensation for this role is $20/hour; final compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications.




Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us.  Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards.  We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values:  INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community.  DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily.  COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence.  PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.


Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Referral Bonus opportunities
  • And More!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Skills Required

  • Associate degree or equivalent
  • Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health
  • 3-5 years experience in Utilization Review or related healthcare position
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel intermediate, Word intermediate)
  • Experience with insurance eligibility systems (EVS, Navinet)
  • Knowledge of ASAM criteria and pre-certification process
  • Knowledge of CARF standards, DSM-5, medical terminology, appeals and denial processes
  • Knowledge of release of information, confidentiality, and composition of medical records
  • Strong communication, time-management, problem-solving, and crisis-handling skills
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The Company
3,100 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Founded in 1999, Pyramid Healthcare is a behavioral healthcare provider specializing in addiction recovery and mental health treatment for adults and teens. They operate over 80 active facilities and six schools across the eastern United States, offering a comprehensive continuum of care that includes medical detoxification, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services.

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