Central Authorization Specialist

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Central Authorization Specialist who will facilitate the procurement of insurance authorizations for procedures and post-operative care.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the successful procurement of insurance authorizations through quality validations and education
• Act as a centralized resource for assigned specialties to ensure standardized procurement of authorizations
• Identify areas for performance improvement and distribute feedback to promote continuous improvement in authorization processes

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or 3-5 years of related experience and/or training
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a medical clinic or corporate setting
• Two years of experience in healthcare insurance verification and/or billing
• Knowledge of clinical terminology and coding
• Understanding of patient treatment plans for authorization purposes