The authorization coordinator is responsible for providing accurate and complete data input for precertification requests, verifying insurance, and obtaining authorization as required by each insurance company. The authorization coordinator works closely with branch staff to ensure adequate coordination and transition.
This position can be office based or remote, but must be located in a state we do business in.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm CST or 8:00am-5:00pm CST.
Responsibilities Provide specific details regarding a patient’s insurance benefits prior to admissionObtain appropriate authorizations specific to patient’s careProvide insurance company with all required information within contractual timelinesVerify insurance information and provide specific details of patient benefits in record; include deductible, out-of-pocket, co-pays, co-insurance, and amounts met, as well as in- and out-of-network benefitsVerify secondary insurances if primary insurance is not covered 100%Assist with in-network agencies if insurance is out-of-networkVerify Medicare eligibility and ensure accuracy of Medicare number in the patient record Qualifications Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of college or professional school is preferred. One year of third party eligibility verification experience is preferred. One year experience in insurance authorizations is preferred. One year experience with ICD-10, CPT codes, or HCPCS is preferred. Must be organized with the ability to communicate effectively. Additional InformationEnhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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