U.M. Tech

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

Utilization Management Technician communicates admission and concurrent reviews for certification and length of stay assignments to payers by fax, electronic, or telephonic according to payer contract guidelines. All communication, including authorization number is documented within the patient's medical record in Epic under Auth Cert tab and/or Account Notes.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma required. Associate degree in Health Information Management preferred. Two years of experience in a medical practice, hospital, or insurance setting preferred. Medical terminology background preferred. Typing skills at a 35 words per minute. Proficient in the use of Intra/Internet, e-mail, and online applications. Must possess good time management and interpersonal skills.