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 processes in the electronic medical record and responding to patient inquiries.

Key responsibilities

• Verify patient eligibility and coordinate benefits for insurance coverage
• Obtain prior authorization as needed and document in the patient electronic medical record
• Facilitate responses to patient inquiries regarding authorizations within established turnaround standards

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education/experience
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology and coding (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word
• Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions