Medical Director - Clin Advocacy and Support - Hematology Oncology preferred- Remote at UnitedHealth Group
Medical Director - Clin Advocacy and Support - Hematology Oncology preferred- Remote at UnitedHealth Group
Health eCareers
San Diego, CA
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Clinical Advocacy & Support has an unrelenting focus on the customer journey and ensuring we exceed expectations as we deliver clinical coverage and medical claims reviews. Our role is to empower providers and members with the tools and information needed to improve health outcomes, reduce variation in care, deliver seamless experience, and manage health care costs.
The Medical Director provides physician support to Enterprise Clinical Services operations, the organization responsible for the initial clinical review of service requests for Enterprise Clinical Services. The Medical Director collaborates with Enterprise Clinical Services leadership and staff to establish, implement, support, and maintain clinical and operational processes related to benefit coverage determinations, quality improvement and cost effectiveness of service for members. The Medical Director's activities primarily focus on the application of clinical knowledge in various utilization management activities with a focus on pre-service benefit and coverage determination or medical necessity (according to the benefit package), and on communication regarding this process with both network and non-network physicians, as well as other Enterprise Clinical Services.
The Medical Director collaborates with a multidisciplinary team and is actively involved in the management of medical benefits. The collaboration often involves the member's primary care provider or specialist physician. It is the primary responsibility of the medical director to ensure that the appropriate and most cost-effective quality medical care is provided to members.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U. S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct coverage reviews based on individual member plan benefits and national and proprietary coverage review policies, render coverage determinations
Document clinical review findings, actions, and outcomes in accordance with policies, and regulatory and accreditation requirements
Engage with requesting providers as needed in peer-to-peer discussions
Be knowledgeable in interpreting existing benefit language and policies in the process of clinical coverage reviews
Participate in daily clinical rounds as requested
Communicate and collaborate with network and non-network providers in pursuit of accurate and timely benefit determinations for plan participants while educating providers on benefit plans and medical policy
Communicate and collaborate with other internal partners
Call coverage rotation
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
M. D or D. O.
Active unrestricted license to practice medicine
Board certification in an ABMS specialty with Hematology - Oncology, General Surgery, Rheumatology, Internal Medicine, or PM&R preferred.
5+ years of clinical practice experience after completing residency training
Sound understanding of Evidence Based Medicine (EBM)
Solid PC skills, specifically using MS Word, Outlook, and Excel
Preferred Qualifications
CA, OR, WA or AZ licensure or willing to obtain
Experience in utilization and clinical coverage review
Proven excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, facilitation skills
Proven data analysis and interpretation aptitude
Proven innovative problem-solving skills
Proven excellent presentation skills for both clinical and non-clinical audiences
- All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
- California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, or Washington, D. C. Residents Only:** The salary range for this role is $286,104 to $397,743 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
- Application Deadline:** This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
-Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.-
- UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employmen
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