Job Description
Description Position Summary: The Prior Authorization Specialist is a vital team member responsible for efficiently managing the prior authorization process to ensure seamless patient care and timely treatment. This position requires a solid understanding of medical benefits, step therapy, and authorization policies, along with exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
7:00 AM
Review the surgical and procedure schedule for the next 48–72 hours. Every case that requires authorization needs to be cleared be…
7:30 AM
Pull the PA worklist. Filter by date of service — cases with the earliest service dates get worked first. High-cost procedures (su…
8:30 AM
Submit PA requests to payers. Each payer has its own portal, its own forms, its own documentation requirements. You know them all…
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