Authorization Specialist

Job Summary

A company is looking for an Authorization Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

• Verifies patient insurance coverage and submits prior authorizations in a timely manner
• Follows up on pending authorizations and communicates denials to appropriate staff
• Participates in educational activities and collaborates with other departments for pre-authorizations

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience in medical billing, health insurance, or collections
• Preferred experience in insurance billing and authorization
• Working knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding is preferred
• Ability to navigate multiple systems throughout the workday