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Gainwell Technologies
Ohio · Remote OK

Nurse Reviewer Appeals and Hearing

Registered NurseFull-Time

Listed compensation

$69k-$99k

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Job Description

It takes great medical minds to create powerful solutions that solve some of healthcare’s most complex challenges. Join us and put your expertise to work in ways you never imagined possible. We know you’ve honed your career in a fast-moving medical environment.

While Gainwell operates with a sense of urgency, you’ll have the opportunity to work more flexible hours. And working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work-life balance, continuous learning, and career development.

Summary

We are seeking a talented individual for a Nurse Reviewer Appeals and Hearings to coordinate and perform all appeal related duties including analyzing and responding appropriately to appeals from providers; reviewing documentation to ensure all aspects of the appeal have been addressed properly and accurately; prepare case files and case summaries for hearings; and participate in in virtual and on-site hearings.

Your role in our mission

Reviews provider appeals and redeterminations using approved clinical and coding guidelines and documents appeal determinations clearly and concisely.

Analyzes and reviews appeal documentation to ensure all aspects of the appeal have been addressed properly and accurately while maintaining production goals and quality standards.

Prepares case files and case summaries for hearings and actively participates in hearings in conjunction with the Medical Director.

Assist management with training new reviewers to include daily monitoring, mentoring, feedback and education.

Maintains current knowledge of clinical criteria guidelines and/or coding guidelines; successfully completes required CEUs to maintain RN license and/or coding certification.

Responsible for attending training and scheduled meetings to enhance skills and working knowledge of clinical policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Actively cross-trains to perform reviews of multiple claim types to provide a flexible workforce to meet client needs.

What We're Looking For

Active, unrestricted RN license in the United States and, if applicable, an active multistate RN license under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

  • 5+ years of clinical experience or medical record coding experience.
  • 3+ years of utilization review or claims auditing experience, with working knowledge of the appeals and hearings process.
  • Experience applying clinical review criteria, with MCG or InterQual experience preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, fact-based appeal rationales, present case summaries and decisions, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • What you should expect in this role
  • Remote (Work from Home)
  • Up to 25% Travel for onsite hearing testimony
  • The deadline to submit applications for this posting is December 31, 2026.

The pay range for this position is 69,400.00 - 99,200.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance.

We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.

We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.

Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Reviewer coordinates and performs appeal-related duties, including analyzing provider appeals and preparing case files for hearings. They also participate in virtual and on-site hearings while assisting management with training and mentoring new reviewers.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted RN license in the United States and possess at least 5 years of clinical or medical record coding experience. Additionally, 3 years of utilization review or claims auditing experience is required, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Registered NurseClinical documentationMedical codingCase managementWritten communicationRegulatory compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Reviewer Appeals and Hearing at Gainwell Technologies a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Utilization Review (RN) — ranked against 37 active Utilization Review (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Utilization Review — Registered Nurse Career Context

Gainwell Technologies holds gold-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 87/100, 9 active listings.

Of the 42 active Utilization Review listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 52% have no call, 74% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Utilization Review by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.1 / 10 · top 25% in utilization review (rn)ranked against 37 Utilization Review (RN) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$69k–$99kUtilization Review median $98k (middle half $88k–$105k)83 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Work settingremotepeers: 24% remote · 52% no call · 74% no weekends42 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Registered Nurse listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Utilization Review pay trend−16.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Gainwell Technologiesgold tier, 87/100Top Employers work-life index9 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (37 Utilization Review (RN) listings), Top Employers work-life index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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About Gainwell Technologies

IT Services and IT Consulting
United States
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible vacation policy
401(k) employer match
Comprehensive health benefits
Educational assistance