
Prior Authorization Manager
Posted Nov 2

Posted Nov 2
This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.
• Collaborate with the Prior Authorizations vendor to address intricate authorization challenges.
• Coordinate efforts with providers, patients, and payors.
• Act as the in-house authority on prior authorizations and pre-certification requests and requirements for a specific region or group of payors.
• Assist the team in procuring documentation, resolving authorization denials, and navigating payer stipulations.
• Partner with the operations team to pinpoint bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities within the intake process.
• Create processes and training resources for offshore team members managing daily prior authorization matters.
• Take ownership of Prior Authorization outcomes and KPIs for the designated region or payors.
• Over 5 years of experience in ABA intake, specifically focusing on Prior Authorizations or Insurance Certification.
• Comprehensive understanding of the ABA pre-certification process for Tricare East, Medicaid MCOs, BCBS State plans, Aetna, and/or Cigna.
• Highly organized with a strong commitment to follow-through.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex clinical documents, payer feedback, and EHR data related to prior authorization workflows.
• Proficient and confident communication skills with parents, clinicians, and payer representatives.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and making real-time judgments.
• Must be a US Citizen, Green Card Holder, or eligible for a TN Visa; the application will inquire about current or future visa sponsorship requirements.
• Phone number and resume are required for application submission.
• Opportunity to significantly influence the health outcomes of the most vulnerable populations.
• Potential for rapid career advancement as Alpaca Health expands its new function.
• Join a fast-growing healthcare startup.
• Become part of a team that embraces a technology-first strategy in developing a scalable digital health platform.
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