Henry Ford Health System
Central Authorization Specialist / Full Time/ Remote- Michigan Residents
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Job Description
- Req#: 120186
Employer Industry: Healthcare Services
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Chance to make a positive impact on patient care and authorization processes
- Work with a multi-disciplinary team to drive performance improvements
- Engage in continuous education and feedback to enhance operational efficiency
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Facilitate the procurement of insurance authorizations for procedures and post-operative care
- Validate and educate physician offices on successful authorization processes
- Collect and distribute feedback from coding, billing, and denial management to promote improvement
- Act as a centralized resource for authorization procurement across various practice sites
- Apply process improvement methodologies to enhance workflow and patient satisfaction
What is Required (Qualifications):
- High School Diploma or equivalent; 3-5 years of related experience in a medical clinic or hospital setting
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in healthcare insurance verification and/or billing
- Knowledge of clinical terminology and patient treatment plans for authorization purposes
- Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively with medical staff
- Proficiency in computer systems and data management
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Additional coursework in business, computers, or healthcare administration
- Experience in a medical or surgical specialty clinic
- Current working knowledge of hospital operations and managed care reimbursement
- General understanding of the revenue cycle, including billing and coding processes
- Strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills
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