Insurance Prior Authorizations/Billing Representative
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision insurance
Join our patient-centered healthcare team as a Prior Authorization/Billing Representative serving as the liaison between patients, providers and insurance companies. Daily responsibilities include verifying insurance coverage, obtaining approvals for procedures and patient account collections.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Review, submit and track procedure authorization and pre-certification requests
Communicate with insurance carriers via payer portals and phone to obtain approvals, authorizations, predeterminations and referrals as needed
Follow up with insurnace companies, healthcare providers and patients to resolve and delays or issues in the authorization process
Collaborate with clinical staff, procedure schedulers and revenue cycle team to resolve authorization issues or denials
Support escalation of cases, including coordination of peer-to-peer reviews when required
Communicate authorization approvals or denials to the appropriate provider, facility and patient
Maintain detailed records of all authorization activiites in the electronic health record (EHR) system
Stsy updated on changes in insurance policies, authorization guidelines and referral processes to ensure compliance
Review daily provider office schedules to confirm patient's insurance is active and required referrals are in patient's chart
Work closely with Billing Coordinate to monitor patient accounts and provide follow up support
Required Skills/Abilities:
Familiarity with insurance plans, coverage policies and prior authorization requirements
Proficient use of EHRs and payer portals
Proficiency in medical terminology, ICD-10 and CPT coding
Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and communication
Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality standards
Education/Experience and Other:
High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or relevant certification in healthcare administration is a plus
Minimum 1 - 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting with medical billing, insurance verification or authorization/referral experience
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
eClinicalWorks EHR system experience a plus
This position is on-site for the first 30 days for orientation and training after which it becomes hybrid eligible based on performance and bisuness needs.
Flexible work from home options available.