Authorization Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Submit timely and precise authorization requests to insurance providers and payers.

• Establish and manage patient accounts within the system.

• Collect and assess clinical documentation to confirm medical necessity.

• Interact with healthcare professionals to gather necessary authorization details.

• Validate insurance benefits and eligibility for services rendered.

• Track the status of authorization requests and follow up as required.

• Ensure adherence to payer requirements and regulations.

• Utilize basic medical coding, diagnosis codes, and medical terminology during the authorization process.

• Keep comprehensive records and documentation for all authorization activities.

• Work in conjunction with billing and claims teams to address authorization-related challenges.

• May undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

• Capability to manage multiple tasks and support various referrals/priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong self-discipline in meeting productivity expectations.

• Must possess attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.

• Familiarity with basic medical coding, diagnosis codes, and medical terminology.

• Experience in healthcare/medical billing is preferred.

• Must be able to work remotely during PST/MST hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Bonding Time Off

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

• HSA Company Match

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Tuition Reimbursement

• myFlexPay

• Family Support

• Mental Health Services

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Award/Recognition Programs