Authorization Specialist
Our Company
Adoration Health
Overview
Are you detail-oriented, a great communicator, and passionate about helping patients get the care they need? At LINE OF BUSINESS, we believe that every step in the healthcare process matters — especially when it comes to navigating insurance approvals. Become a vital part of our team as an Insurance Authorization Specialist and help us ensure that patients receive timely access to the services they deserve. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for organization and problem-solving, this role is for you!
How YOU will benefit:
- Professional Growth: Access ongoing education and training opportunities to advance your career in healthcare administration.
- Collaborate Environment: Work alongside a supportive team dedicated to quality patient care.
- Meaningful Impact: Take pride in helping patients access necessary healthcare services efficiently and without delay.
Benefits and Perks for You!
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO
- Mileage reimbursement
- Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!
*Benefits may vary by employment status
Responsibilities
As an Authorization Specialist, You will:
- Be the crucial link between patients, insurance companies, and our clinical teams by obtaining and tracking preauthorization.
- Provide outstanding customer service by answering calls and assisting both staff and insurance representatives.
- Monitor and manage authorization statuses using computer reports and maintain clear, accurate documentation.
- Safeguard sensitive patient information with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism.
- Collaborate across multiple departments to ensure smooth communication and efficient service delivery.
- Identify and resolve authorization challenges quickly by working closely with your supervisor and the team.
- Play an active role in training new employees on authorization processes and best practices.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or GED
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in health care billing and/or authorization practices
- General knowledge of the framework, organization, and function of home care
- Sound knowledge of health care operations and third-party reimburesment
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Exploreer) with the ability to learn industry specific software applications
- Solid organizational skills, throughness, and a keen attention to detail with the ability to multi- task while prioritizing effectively
- Ability to work independently and in a team enivronment
- Excellent, oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor