Authorization Specialist

What You'll Do

• Obtains authorization and precertification from insurance companies for tests and surgeries
• Performs insurance billing clerical work including review and verification of insurance accounts against program provisions for billing in a clinic/physician/rehabilitation office setting
• Obtains and compiles documentation to submit to insurance companies, initiating the authorization process
• Maintains appropriate logs or reports
• Monitors and tracks the authorizations
• If applicable, notifies provider's support staff of any issues, approvals, and/or denials
• Coordinates with patients, clinic staff, and insurance companies to obtain authorization
• Prioritizes authorization requests according to urgency
• Coordinates and/or communicates the need for appeals based on denied authorizations

What We're Looking For

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: Three (3) to Five (5) years of demonstrated experience in field or profession preferred. Medical office experience preferred.

Skills: Excellent customer service and organizational skills. Professionalism. Attention to detail. Excellent computer skills including Excel, Word, Internet use, and ability to work within multiple EMRs.

Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours per week | Monday-Friday
Location: Fairlawn, OH
Specialties: Outpatient Rehabilitation