How much does a Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse make in Louisiana? The average Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse salary in Louisiana is $91,250 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $82,690 and $101,560. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $74,897 LA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $82,690 LA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $91,250 LA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $101,560 LA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $110,947 LA February 26, 2024
25% $82,690 10% $74,897 90% $110,947 75% $101,560 $91,250 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse oversees the assessment of medical necessity of procedures and/or admissions, conducts pre-certification or authorization, and ensures compliance with established guidelines. Leads the coordination between care providers and plan members with the goal of maximizing member benefits while managing costs. Being a Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse interprets benefits and guides members to choose to the appropriate providers, projects and resources. Assists members in appeals for denied services. In addition, Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse applies the medical and reimbursement policies within the claim adjudication process. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Nursing. Typically reports to a manager. Requires RN license. Working as a Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse typically requires more than 5 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Nurse Manager, Member Benefit Coordination

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $86,986 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $93,184 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $84,257 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $90,187 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $84,257 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $92,520 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $89,420 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $85,025 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $93,748 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $89,420 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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