Utilization Reviewer Webinar with Liezl

<p><strong>Utilization Reviewer Webinar with Liezl</strong></p> <p>What does a Utilization Reviewer do?</p> <p>Liezl shares her experience being a Utilization Reviewer and answer some questions about her new found career.</p> <p><em><strong>In this episode:</strong></em><em><br> </em>07:55 – Introduction of Liezl Geli (naviHealth)<br> 09:45 – Liezl’s work experience through the years.<br> 10:30 – When did Liezl decide to be a Utilization reviewer?<br> 12:20 – What opened the door for her to be a Utilization reviewer?<br> 16:45 – What prompted her to pursue a career as a Utilization reviewer?<br> 26:20 – Did Liezl volunteer as a utilization reviewer or an MDS coordinator, do you have to have experience with a DRG when applying as a utilization reviewer?<br> 27:35 – Liezl’s tip for being a Utilization Reviewer – pay attention to details.<br> 29:55 – Did she take any certification course after attending Bill’s class?<br> 32:30 – Learn and take action.<br> 34:10 – Is Liezl enjoying her new alternative career?<br> 36:40 – FOCUS – Finish One Course Until Successful.<br> 37:00 – Explore and open your mind to learning.<br> 49:25 – Is Peer review same as Utilization review?<br> 49:40 – What does the Appeals and Denials department do?<br> 1:00:00 – Does UR work on holidays?<br> 1:05:15 – Does working as a utilization reviewer compensating?<br> 1:06:10 – Is there a productivity requirement?<br> 1:09:35 – Is it stressful to be a UR?<br> 1:14:40 – What are the most useful skillset for a UR?<br> 1:19:45 – Can you still work part-time while working with naviHealth)?<br> 1:28:25 – Learn to adjust and adapt to every situation. – Dr. Mike<br> 1:32:25 – How is UR different from a clinical documentation specialist?<br> 1:33:55 – Do you set your own working hours?<br> 1:35:55 – Why are nurses always the MDS coordinator?<br> 1:42:35 – After reviewing a case does a UR write a report?<br> 1:45:05 – How many cases do they handle per day?<br> 1:47:05 – Does she still achieve a work-life balance?<br> 1:49:45 – What are the company benefits