Authorization Coordinator II Job at Sutter Health
Organization:
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PADPosition Overview:
Responsible for performing the appropriate processes to verify patient eligibility, coordinate benefits, ensure insurance coverage, and determine if prior authorization is needed for said order. If needed, obtains authorization and documents in the patient electronic medical record. Facilitates responses to patient inquiries regarding authorizations within turnaround standards.Job Description:
EDUCATION
HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN
1 year within a health care setting.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Medical terminology, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)/International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding knowledge.
Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy.
Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments, seeking review when decisions represent significant departure from established guidelines.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word or similar programs.
Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.
Active listening skills; including interpersonal skills and telephone communication.
Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up. Pay Range: 29.74-37.17
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Job Shift:
DaysSchedule:
Full TimeShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, WednesdayWeekend Requirements:
NoneBenefits:
YesUnions:
NoThis position is work from home eligible.
Position Status:
Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:
40Employee Status:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
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