Authorization Specialist (Medical Insurance)

Olympic Sports & Spine • Tacoma, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Olympic Sports & Spine (OSS) is seeking an experienced Medical Insurance Authorization Specialist to join our fast‑paced and growing medical billing office. This is a full-time, in-office position. Olympic Sports & Spine (OSS) is known for its fun, energetic work environment and for truly valuing our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, sick time, 401(k), and more. The schedule is Full-Time | In-Office | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The Medical Insurance Authorization Specialist is responsible for processing all authorization activities for assigned clinic locations. This role requires exceptional time‑management skills to ensure patients receive timely pre-authorizations. You will work closely with front office staff, therapists, and the billing team to support smooth patient care and clinic operations.

Requirements

• Experienced Medical Insurance Authorization Specialist
• Exceptional time-management skills
• Familiarity with EMR systems
• Strict HIPAA compliance

Responsibilities

• Review referrals for accuracy and completeness, and collaborate with therapists and office staff to obtain required medical documentation and ensure the plan of care aligns with diagnoses and referral details.
• Monitor authorization status, conduct timely follow‑ups with insurance carriers, and maintain accurate authorization records with all updates documented and communicated appropriately.
• Ensure authorizations are secured for the following day's patients or promptly notify office staff and therapists when authorizations cannot be obtained.
• Manage all correspondence and enter detailed notes into the EMR system regarding interactions with insurance companies, patients, clinic staff, and billing personnel.
• Follow established authorization workflows, policies, and procedures while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance in all processes.
• Participate in educational opportunities and attend monthly staff meetings, performing additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid vacation
• sick time
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed