Insurance Authorization Specialist

Shannon Medical Center • San Angelo, TX

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About The Position

The Insurance Authorization Specialist will work under the general supervision of the Insurance Authorization Supervisor. This role involves performing clerical and general office work of moderate difficulty, assisting patients and guarantors with insurance questions, and working with hospital and office procedures for pre-certification. The specialist will be responsible for obtaining authorizations, managing referrals, addressing account payment questions, and handling collections for services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. (Preferred)
• At least 1 year of clerical/general office experience (Required)
• At least 1 year of medical billing/insurance authorization experience (Preferred)
• At least 1 year of knowledge of medical terminology (Preferred)
• At least 1 year of cash handling experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and guarantors with insurance questions.
• Perform clerical and general office work of moderate difficulty.
• Obtain authorizations and referrals for services.
• Address account payment questions and collections.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED