Sorin Medical, the largest and fastest growing Cardiology practice in NYC,. is looking for an Authorization Specialist to join our medical office staff in our Galax, Virginia location.
In this role, you would be responsible for completing authorizations and referrals for our medical services. In addition to reviewing the medical history of potential patients, you will verify information provided by their referring physicians and their insurance coverage. You will also monitor the schedule for our add-on patients, ensuring there are no conflicts and we have the prior authorization we need to move forward with their appointment or procedure. While we prefer candidates who have an associate degree in medical coding or a related field, we will consider those with only experience in medical billing or insurance authorization.
Authorization Specialist Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete authorizations and referrals for services, including appointments and procedures
- Review patient’s medical history and insurance coverage for approval
- Contact referring physicians for additional information as needed
- Input new patient information and update information in our system
- Monitor schedule for potential issues
- Complete billing documentation
- Assist with other clerical tasks as needed
Authorization Specialist Requirements and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Associate degree (a plus)
- Experience in medical billing or insurance authorization (strongly preferred)
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Basic computer skills
- Attention to detail/ ability to multitask
Job Type:
- Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 5 days a week – 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Galax, VA 24333: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Insurance verification: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical billing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person