HealthVine - Utilization Management Physician Reviewer – Pediatric Medicaid ACO

The Utilization Management (UM) Physician Reviewer at Cincinnati Children’s ensures that pediatric Medicaid members receive medically necessary, evidence-based, and cost-effective care. Working within an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) model, this role supports care quality, utilization efficiency, and compliance with Medicaid regulations. The position involves clinical review, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strategic input into population health initiatives.

-This position is remote with a schedule of Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm EST with minimal weekend and holiday on call requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct prospective, concurrent, and retrospective reviews of medical services for pediatric Medicaid members.

• Apply clinical guidelines (e.g., MCG) and Medicaid-specific criteria to assess medical necessity.

• Participate in peer-to-peer discussions with treating providers to clarify clinical information and support appropriate care decisions.

• Collaborate with RN Specialists, Senior RN Specialist and Clinical Director to support integrated care planning.

• Provide clinical input on complex cases involving social determinants of health, chronic conditions, or developmental disabilities.

• Support transitions of care, especially from inpatient to outpatient settings, to reduce readmissions.

• Ensure adherence to federal and state Medicaid regulations, NCQA standards, and ACO performance metrics.

• Participate in - Participates in interrater reliability audit process, quality improvement initiatives, and utilization trend analysis.

• Contribute to the development of clinical policies, pathways, and educational materials for providers.

• Advise on utilization trends and opportunities for cost containment and care optimization.

• Support the implementation of value-based care initiatives and pediatric population health strategies.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in pediatric care for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

• Board Certification in Pediatrics (ABP) required; subspecialty certification (e.g., Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Hospital Medicine) preferred.

• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of Ohio.

• Certified in Utilization Management (e.g., CHCQM-PHYADV from ABQAURP) or willingness to obtain within 12 months of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (if clinically active).

• Familiarity with HIPAA, NCQA, and CMS guidelines.

• Minimum 3-5 years of clinical experience, pediatric experience preferred

• 1–2 years in utilization management, managed care, or ACO settings preferred.

• Experience with Medicaid populations and pediatric health disparities is highly desirable.

• Proficiency with Epic , MCG and UM platforms.

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• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here. 

• Competitive retirement plans  

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education  

• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners  

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions 

• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group  

• Physical and mental health wellness programs  

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions 

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type 

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability