Authorization Specialist
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Overview
The Full-Time Authorization Specialist is responsible for obtaining authorizations for our patients by providing the appropriate forms and clinical data to insurance companies. This role works with Revenue Cycle staff members and Clinicians to coordinate the authorization process in a timely and accurate manner for various carriers.
Responsibilities
Develop relationships with Nurse Case Managers/Adjusters to provide top notch customer service experienceVerify and obtain authorizations as required by insurance companies dependent upon the plan coverage for all patientsAccurately enter authorized dates, visit or units into ATI’s Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to correctly track therapy services.Coordinate efforts and communication between the insurance companies and the clinic regarding insurance specific forms and timelines so that the patient is authorized throughout any continued care that is needed.Provide feedback for authorization changes according to insurance plan changes.Collaborate with the Central Billing Office for missed authorizations while the patient was being seen for therapy serviceEfficiently handle the assigned authorization workload to assure timely completion of requests.Ensure compliance to departmental and company policies and procedures.Complete all assigned training programs.Collaborate with team members with supportive communication, respect, and appropriate feedback.
Qualifications
Required Education
High school diploma
Required Experience
1 year of healthcare or health insurance experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong organization skills to initiate and follow-up on authorizationsAttention to detailAbility to multitaskAbility to collaborate with internal and external teamsAbility to provide clear direction through written and verbal communicationStrong customer orientationExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
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Virtual Employee?
Hybrid
Job Locations US-WI-Pewaukee
ReqID 2024-19717
Job Category Outpatient Rehab - Clinical Support Staff
Pay Class Full Time
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