Admissions - Prior Authorization Clerk FT Days

About the role

Coffeyville Regional Medical Center, or "CRMC", is a 25-bed, non-profit, critical access hospital serving Southeast Kansas and Northeast Oklahoma since 1949. Although located in a rural area, CRMC offers a wide range of services comparable to those found in larger cities.

Job Duties

• Collect all necessary documentation to perform proper authorizations
• Verify prior authorization and/or pre-service requirements are met
• Manage and maintain all outstanding authorizations accounts to increase billing of clean claims
• Research patient accounts due to invalid and/or missing authorization information to resolve denials
• Document eligibility, benefit and authorization information in accordance with established guidelines
• Contact the patient or provider, as needed, for additional information and completion of required documentation to obtain prior authorization
• Interact with providers, patients, insurance companies and others as necessary to request prior authorizations
• Document account activity; update patient and claim information; and demonstrate proficiencies within the billing system for efficient processing of claims
• Maintain confidentiality of all information according to HIPAA and company policy

Job Requirements

• Analytical ability to apply criteria and evaluate information to make decisions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; and excellent interpersonal skills in teaming with patients, medical staff and the public
• Detail oriented with proven ability to multitask
• Computer skills including MSOffice, Outlook, Meditech, preferred

Education And Experience

• H.S. Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent work experience in field, required
• Medical billing certification, preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience in medical billing or insurance claims, preferred

Benefits

Crmc Benefits Overview Our comprehensive compensation plan includes:

• Generous paid time off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)
• 403B Retirement Savings
• Additional Voluntary Insurance
• Federal Student Loan Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible
• Employer
• Employee Assistant Program
• Free Indoor Walking Track & Gym

Company Information

We are excited to learn about you and hope you join us on a shared mission serving every generation with patient centered, compassionate care. Please take a moment to visit our website here to learn how we make an impact through collaboration, innovation, and stewardship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coffeyville Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our associates is critical to our success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Application Instructions

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at HR@crmcinc.org or 620-252-1662.

Pay Range

$14.45 - $19.55

Schedule

Full-Time, Days