Coordinator - Precertification

Ascension • OK

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About The Position

The position is within the Centralized Referrals department at Ascension Physician Support Services, located in Tulsa, OK. This is a full-time role with a schedule of Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. The primary responsibilities include coordinating with physician offices and insurance companies to obtain authorization for hospital admissions, entering patient insurance authorizations into the patient account history, and managing interactions with insurance companies regarding services.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Prior medical experience preferred.
• Prior precertification experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with physician offices and insurance companies in obtaining authorization for all hospital admissions.
• Obtain authorization for admissions as required by health plans.
• Enter patient insurance authorizations and any pertinent information from insurance company into the patient account history.
• Document insurance coverage of services to be provided.
• Notify case management about interactions with insurance companies regarding services.
• Manage denials or potential denials as described by insurer.
• Monitor and review applicable schedule to ensure that authorization and initial length of stay is obtained and on file.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED