Prior Authorization Specialist - MRI
About The Position
A rare opportunity to assist with obtaining insurance approval for patient MRI scans is available at Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons, P.C. We are seeking individuals with prior experience submitting prior authorizations to insurance companies for advanced imaging and/or experience working with insurance company websites. As a Prior Authorization Specialist with our MRI department you will submit prior authorization via insurance company websites, follow up on status, and assist with scheduling MRI scans upon approval. You will work alongside 3 other individuals to assist our patients in a timely fashion. This is a full-time (40-hrs) opportunity, with Monday - Friday. Specializing in advanced imaging authorization and appointment scheduling for our MRI department (West Des Moines and Ankeny locations). Utilizing Office 365 products to organize MRI schedules, insurance prior authorizations and communicating with clinical staff when needed. Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time that may seem unnatural. Work from home available after training is complete.
Requirements
- Prior experience submitting prior authorizations to insurance companies for advanced imaging
- Experience working with insurance company websites
- Professionalism when interacting with patients and clinical staff members
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time while staying organized
- Practice the art of listening, asking clarifying questions and avoiding interrupting
- Prior exposure to patient care coordination
- Dependability to ensure patients receive timely care, promote a reliable healthcare environment, and support the overall efficiency of the team
- Criminal background check
- Federal background checks
- Education verification
- Reference checks
- Initial TB test
Responsibilities
- Submit prior authorization via insurance company websites
- Follow up on status of prior authorizations
- Assist with scheduling MRI scans upon approval
- Organize MRI schedules
- Organize insurance prior authorizations
- Communicate with clinical staff when needed
Benefits
- Consistent schedule, no weekend coverage
- Friendly, fun and dedicated peers
- Outstanding 401(k) with employer match
- Annual company profit sharing contribution
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 6 paid holidays
- Generous PTO accrual program (up to 22 days per year for full-time employees)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
