Authorization Coordinator III, Home Health

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Sutter Health authorization coordinator processing home-health referrals and prior authorizations remotely. Supporting providers, health plans, contracted providers, and case management staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides medical administration support to providers by obtaining referral or prior authorizations for patients to see specialty providers
  • Completes referrals and/or authorizations accurately and consistently with minimal supervision
  • Processes authorization and referral requests for members in coordination with health plans and contracted providers in Managed Care
  • Provides support to Case Management staff
  • Serves as a resource to providers regarding the authorization process

Requirements:

  • HS Diploma or GED
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  • Valid Drivers License Class C or B - State Department of Motor Vehicles
  • 2 years recent relevant experience
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding knowledge
  • Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding knowledge
  • International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding knowledge
  • Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy
  • Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgements, 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

Benefits:

  • Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package