Hand Surgeon Medical Review Stream Physician Job at Concentra, Houston, TX

UmRBY1h1N0ZlWjUva2xPS1BrakhPbUlxc1E9PQ==
  • Concentra
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Are you an accomplished Board Certified physician in one of the below specialties? Preferred c andidates will have a TX license.

  • General Surgery
  • Neurologist
  • Orthopedic Surgery with hand or spine specialty
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Podiatrist
  • Pain Medicine
  • Neurosurgeon

Are you passionate about your work/life balance? We are seeking flexible and experienced physicians for our medical reviewstream division. This telecommute role provides the ability for you to customize your schedule and caseload within a Monday - Friday work week and within business hours.  Create a flexible work schedule and be compensated on a per case basis as a 1099 independent contractor. 

JOB SUMMARY:
Relying on clinical background, reviews health claims providing medical interpretation and decisions about the appropriateness of services provided by other healthcare professionals in compliance with Concentra Physician Review policies, procedures, and performance standards and URAAC guidelines and state regulations.

Benefits

This position is an independent contractor role for Concentra.

Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

Responsibilities

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


• Reviews medical files and provides recommendations for utilization review, chart reviews, medical necessity, appropriateness of care and return to work, short and long-term disability, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Group health and workers’ compensation claims.
• Meets (when required) with Concentra Physician Review Medical Director to discuss quality of care and credentialing and state licensure issues.
• Maintain proper credentialing and state licenses and any special certifications or requirements necessary to perform the job.
• Returns cases in a timely manner with clear concise and complete rationales and documented criteria.
• Telephonically contacts providers and interacts with other health professionals in a professional manner. Discusses the appropriate disclaimers and appeal process with the providers.
• Attends orientation and training
• Performs other duties as assigned including identifying and responding to quality assurance issues, complaints, regulatory issues, depositions, court appearances, or audits.
• Identifies, critiques, and utilizes current criteria and resources such as national, state, and professional association guidelines and peer reviewed literature that support sound and objective decision making and rationales in reviews.
• Provides copies of any criteria utilized in a review to a requesting provider in a timely manner

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:


-Board certified MD, DO, with an excellent understanding of network services and managed care, appropriate utilization of services and credentialing, quality assurance and the development of policies that support these services.
-Current, unrestricted clinical license(s) (or if the license is restricted, the organization has a process to ensure job functions do not violate the restrictions imposed by the State Board);
-Board certification by American Board of Medical specialties or American Board of Osteopathic Specialties is required for MD or DO reviewer.
-Must be in active medical practice to perform appeals

JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Post-graduate experience in direct patient care

JOB-RELATED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
-Demonstrated computer skills, telephonic skills
-Demonstrated ability to perform review services.
-Ability to work with various professionals including members of regulatory agencies, carriers, employers, nurses and health care professionals.
-Medical direction shall also be provided consistent with the requirement that the physician advisor shall not have a financial conflict of interest
-Must present evidence of current error and omissions liability coverage for job duties and activities performed
-Managed care orientation
-Knowledge of current practice standards in specialty
-Good negotiation and communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
-Phone accessability
-Access to a computer to complete reviews
-Ability to complete cases accompanied by a typed report in specified time frames
-Telephonic conferences

This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.

Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

Concentra's Data Protection Commitment
*    Concentra is committed to protect patient data and to ensure privacy of personal and medical information.
*    Every Concentra colleague has the responsibility to adhere to data protection principles.
*    If a colleague's role includes handling or processing sensitive data, role-specific policies and requirements apply to ensure the protection of patient information.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Remote work, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

Similar Jobs

Robert Half

Cyber Security Engineer Job at Robert Half

Description We are looking for a skilled Cyber Security Engineer to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role involves safeguarding critical systems and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations while leveraging advanced Microsoft and cloud-based technologies... 

Nesva Hotel New York City Vista

Room Attendant/Personal de Limpieza Job at Nesva Hotel New York City Vista

 ...los estndares del hotel para garantizar la satisfaccin del husped.Responsabilidades:~Preparar y mantener la carretilla de limpieza en orden.~Limpiar ventanas, puertas, paredes, closets, baos, pisos y muebles.~Cambiar ropa de cama y revisar su limpieza.~Aspirar... 

Delta-T Group Inc.

Residential Support Staff - $17/Hr. 3P-11P or 4P-12MID Job at Delta-T Group Inc.

 ...for motivated and reliable Residential Support Staff to work in group/residential homes...  ...Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illness * High School...  ...interest in other roles including: Direct Care Worker, DSPs, Care Givers, Aides, Home Health... 

Goodcents

Crew Member - 13600 S. Alden St, Olathe, KS 66062 Job at Goodcents

 ...starting wage! This opportunity will provide you industry-leading training both online and in the restaurant. This is an entry level position and no experience is needed! Additionally, we offer: Flexible schedules No late nights A fresh, grease-free, positive... 

Neal R Gross & Co

Court Reporter (Contract) Job at Neal R Gross & Co

 ...Neal R. Gross and Co. is a leading Court Reporting and Transcription services company based out of the Washington, DC area with work across the country. Our clients include local, state and federal courts, the House of Representatives, Department of Defense and clients...