ABA Authorization Specialist

Job Summary

Managing the authorization process for ABA therapy services, the full-time ABA Authorization Specialist will ensure timely access to care while maintaining compliance with insurance requirements and collaborating with clinical teams and payers.

Key responsibilities

• Submit, track, and manage initial, concurrent, and reauthorization requests for ABA therapy services
• Monitor authorization status and follow up with insurance providers to ensure timely approvals
• Collaborate with BCBAs and clinical teams to obtain necessary documentation for authorization submissions

Required qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare authorizations or a related healthcare administrative role
• Experience with ABA therapy authorizations strongly preferred
• Knowledge of insurance authorization processes, including commercial payers and Medicaid
• Proficiency with CentralReach and Google Workspace applications