Insurance Prior Authorizations/Billing Representative

DIGESTIVE CARE SPECIALISTS LLC

Insurance Prior Authorizations/Billing Representative

Germantown, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.