Authorization Coordinator

Merakey • Broussard, LA

6d • $17

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking an Authorization Coordinator to join our team at our program in Broussard, LA. Earn $17.00/hour. Provide administrative authorization and intake specific functions to the Program Director or related to overall program operations. Manages intake process for consumers, schedules appointments and authorization for all services. Provides coordination with consumers, families, and other stakeholders. Review billing documentation and submit it to billing department and coordinate with insurance agencies. About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Requirements

• 2–3 years of authorization, billing, or revenue cycle experience preferably ACT or community-based services.
• Experience working with Louisiana Medicaid and MCOs, including authorization submissions, renewals, and ongoing eligibility verification.
• Proficiency with EHR systems, Louisiana Medicaid portals, and authorization platforms (e.g., Inovalon, Availity, NaviNet); strong Excel skills preferred.
• Working knowledge of ACT service definitions, annual Independent Assessments (IAs), treatment plan authorization requirements, and LDH/OBH expectations.
• Strong attention to detail, deadline management, and ability to communicate effectively with ACT clinical teams, business office staff, and payers

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative authorization and intake specific functions to the Program Director or related to overall program operations.
• Manages intake process for consumers
• Schedules appointments and authorization for all services.
• Provides coordination with consumers, families, and other stakeholders.
• Review billing documentation and submit it to billing department and coordinate with insurance agencies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees