Authorization Coordinator

Job Summary

Responsible for verifying patient eligibility and coordinating benefits, the full-time remote Authorization Coordinator will ensure insurance coverage and determine the need for prior authorization, while documenting the process in the patient electronic medical record.

Key responsibilities

• Verify patient eligibility and coordinate benefits for insurance coverage
• Obtain prior authorizations as needed and document in electronic medical records
• Respond to patient inquiries regarding authorizations within established turnaround standards

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of recent relevant experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology and coding systems (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word
• Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions