Authorization Specialist - (FDC)
Medical Associates of NWA•Fayetteville, AR
•Onsite
About The Position
The Authorization Specialist secures all required Prior Authorizations for Imaging procedures such as MRI, CT Scan & Ultrasound by working with the appropriate Insurance provider or intermediary. The Authorization Specialist provides pertinent information requested from insurance companies and documents authorization details obtained from insurance companies into appropriate database.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 12 – 18 months related experience and/or training
Responsibilities
- Manage the authorization phase of Radiology patient encounter, verify with insurance via phone or online if pre-authorization is required for Radiology diagnostic testing. This duty is performed daily, about 50% of the time.
- Able to use information provided in EMR system to complete the clinical information requirements for authorization. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time.
- Works closely with referring physician office when an authorization request requires more detailed clinical information to support the required procedure. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time.
- The Authorization Specialist will make requests for peer to peer reviews as necessary to obtain authorizations and approvals on testing.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- HSA or FSA options with medical insurance
- Voluntary Aflac Accident and Critical Illness
- Employer paid life, long-term & short-term disability benefits
- 401(K) match and profit sharing
- Up to 21.5 paid days off (PDO, EID and Perfect Attendance benefits) & 6 days paid holidays; during your first year of employment
- Corporate Discounts: MANA has partnerships with various local and nationwide retailers to provide discounts to you; Dell, ATT, Verizon, UARK Federal Credit Union, and many more!
- One-On-One Training and Development: At time of hire with MANA, you will go through detailed training to ensure you are equipped with what you need for success in our clinics
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
