How much does a Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse make in Nevada? The average Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse salary in Nevada is $96,540 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $87,480 and $107,450. 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 $79,231 NV March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $87,480 NV March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $96,540 NV March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $107,450 NV March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse Salary $117,383 NV March 26, 2024
25% $87,480 10% $79,231 90% $117,383 75% $107,450 $96,540 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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    Patient Care Authorization Senior Nurse

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sun Valley, NV Avg. Salary $96,631 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, NV Avg. Salary $95,573 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amargosa Valley, NV Avg. Salary $95,573 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Austin, NV Avg. Salary $95,285 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Baker, NV Avg. Salary $90,189 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Battle Mountain, NV Avg. Salary $95,285 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Beatty, NV Avg. Salary $95,573 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Blue Diamond, NV Avg. Salary $96,535 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Boulder City, NV Avg. Salary $95,669 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bunkerville, NV Avg. Salary $95,573 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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