What are the responsibilities and job description for the Referral Coordinator position at The SPOT for Kids Therapy?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Prior Authorization Specialist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for obtaining prior authorizations for pediatric therapy services, and ensuring timely approvals from insurance providers.
This position would also oversee referrals.
Duties:
- Review and process prior authorization requests for medical services and procedures
- Communicate with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to gather necessary information
- Verify insurance coverage and eligibility for requested services
- Submit authorization requests following established protocols and guidelines
- Monitor and track authorization statuses, escalating issues as needed
- Maintain accurate records of authorizations and referrral correspondence
-Communication with doctors
Skills:
- Proficiency in medical terminology and coding (ICD-9, ICD-10)
- Experience working in a medical office
- Knowledge of managed care principles and insurance verification processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Familiarity with medical records management
- Excellent communication skills to interact with various stakeholders effectively
-good social skills
-positive manners and disposition
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment where your organizational skills and knowledge of medical procedures will be essential. If you are passionate about ensuring patients receive the care they need through efficient prior authorization processes, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Experience:
- Insurance verification: 1 year (Required)
- Medical billing: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Broken Arrow, OK 74012 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20