Prior Authorization Nurse - Houston, TX

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.AmeriChoice, a UnitedHealth Group company, is a recognized leader and innovator in providing managed health care solutions to its membership, which includes Medicaid, Medicare and SCHIP recipients.  With over a decade of growth and success, we are poised for continued expansion of our services in this dynamic marketplace. Our commitment to this specialized market makes a genuine difference in the lives of our 1.4 million members. Join us, do rewarding work, and build a great career.   We are in search of an experienced LVN/LPN to fill a new Prior Authorization Nurse position in our Houston office. If you’re looking for a break from direct patient care and security with an industry leader, then this role may be right for you.   Primary Responsibilities:Authorizing inpatient and out patient services Working with providers and physicians to gather information regarding approvals Gathering information for conducting pre-certification reviews Serving as a liaison for external customers regarding medical issuesQualifications:Requirements: A current and unrestricted LVN/LPN license in your state of residence Clinical experience MS Office proficiency Assets: Experience in a call center environment Managed care experience Prior authorization experienceUnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits to full-time and part-time employees, including medical, dental and vision, as well as a matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.   Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.   UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.rds: Prior Auth Nurse  Prior Authorization Nurse inpatient and outpatient pre-certification Primary Care Physician (PCP) attending physician providers and health plan Licensed Vocational Nurse - TX (LVN) Call Center Managed Care Prior Authorizations Telephonic Prior Authorization, Call Center, Managed Care LVN, Clinical Experience