Performs clinical reviews needed to resolve and process appeals by reviewing medical records and clinical data to determine medical necessity for services in accordance with policies, guidelines, and National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) standards. 
Roles and Responsibilities:
Prepares case reviews for Medical Directors by researching the appeal, reviewing applicable criteria, and analyzing the basis for the appeal. 
Ensures timely review, processing, and response to appeal in accordance with State, Federal and NCQA standards.
Communicates with providers, facilities and other departments regarding appeal requests. 
Generates appropriate appeals resolution communication  and reporting for the member and  provider in accordance with company policies, State, Federal an d NCQA standards. 
Works with leadership to increase the consistency, efficiency, and appropriateness of responses of all appeal requests. 
Partners with interdepartmental teams to improve ...