Top 46 Authorization specialist Jobs in Merrillville, In

Insurance Authorization Specialist/Scheduler
Forest City Diagnositc Imaging —Merrillville, IN
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Paid time off
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Medical Assistant
Franciscan Health —Crown Point, IN
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- 5 years
- BLS Certification
Medical Office Specialist
Columbia Medical Center DBA Medical Associates of Highland —Highland, IN
- Full-time
- Medical office experience
- Computer skills
- In-person
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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Medical Assistant (MA)
Edgewater Health —Merrillville, IN
- Vital signs
- English
- Mid-level
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Medical Assistant/LPN
Franciscan Health —Crown Point, IN
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- 5 years
- BLS Certification
Pre-Registration Specialist
Keystone Advisors LLC —Matteson, IL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Medical Assistant or LPN Float
Franciscan Health —Dyer, IN
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- 5 years
- BLS Certification
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Bone & Joint Specialists, P.C. —Merrillville, IN
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
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Medical Assistant Float
Franciscan Health —Crown Point, IN
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- Float pool
- 5 years
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Medical Assistant
One to One Health —Hammond, IN
- PRN
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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Referral Coordinator
Chicago Family Health Center —Chicago, IL
- Evenings as needed
- Customer service
- Medical office experience
- HIPAA
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Medical Assistant - Bilingual Spanish
Oak Street Health —Blue Island, IL
- $18.50 - $38.82 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Vital signs
- BLS Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Medical Assistant
Associated Urological Specialists —Homewood, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- Medical office experience
- HIPAA
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Medical Scribe - Bilingual Spanish Required
Oak Street Health —Blue Island, IL
- $17.00 - $31.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
- Clinic
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Medical Scribe - Bilingual Spanish Required
Oak Street Health —Blue Island, IL
- $17.00 - $31.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
- Clinic
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Home Care QA Specialist
Addus Homecare —Homewood, IL
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Office
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Billing Specialist
Pillars of Wellness Inc. —Schererville, IN
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Telehealth
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Worker's Compensation Authorization Specialist
Primus Ortho —Tinley Park, IL
- $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Private practice
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Medical Assistant
Advanced Heart Group —Harvey, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Referral Specialist
AUNT MARTHAS HEALTH AND WELLNESS INC —Park Forest, IL
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Medical office experience
- HIPAA
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Insurance Authorization Specialist/Scheduler

Forest City Diagnositc Imaging
Merrillville, IN

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Job Details

Part-time
$18 - $20 an hour

Benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

Insurance third-party billing
Insurance verification
Medical insurance coverage verification
High school diploma or GED
ICD-10

Full Job Description

Full Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, authorization specialist to verify insurance eligibility and verify authorizations prior to services being rendered. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the flow of information between the clinical team and the billing office to ensure services are covered. If you are an independent thinker who enjoys being busy and understands that teamwork and great patient care is our mission, we would welcome the chance to explore this opportunity with you.

This is an outstanding chance to become part of a great team in a healthcare facility

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Verifies health insurance eligibility and obtains benefit information for the patient’s insurance policy.
Reviews clinical documentation to ensure it supports the insurance requirements for the service to be approved.
Requests pre-authorization for procedures within 24 hours of receiving notification of the service requested.
Accurately and in a timely manner updates the patient’s medical record with actions taken on the request for authorization.
Works with clinical staff when additional information is required to secure an authorization.
Follows up on pending authorization requests in a timely manner.
Submits requests and appeals for denied authorizations. Works with the clinical staff to ensure appeals are accurate and complete, involving the provider when necessary.
Acts as a liaison between patients, the providers and the health insurance to assist patients in understanding their financial responsibilities.
Answers calls from providers, patients and insurance companies related to authorization requests.
Stays current with insurance changes and communicates any new changes to Supervisor/Manager in a timely manner.
Works with front desk and scheduling staff to ensure that correct billing information has been collected during the scheduling and/or check-in process.
Attends meetings, as assigned, and participates in educational activities to keep skills up to date.
Maintains open communication with clinical staff to minimize interruptions to the providers’ schedules.
Performs other duties necessary to maintain the overall efficiency and continuity of the clinic.
Is proactive in identifying, reporting and participating in the resolution of any potential or actual patient safety issues.
Scheduling patients for imaging exams
Answering phones

Work environment

1. Daily operation of various office equipment: fax machine, telephone & voice mail operating system, stationary/laptop computer, e-mail system, copier.

2. Required to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

3. Ability to maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties.

4. Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner.

5. Ability to work collaboratively with members of the Physician practices.

qualifications

High school graduate or high school equivalency credential.
Minimum 1 year experience in medical billing or related revenue cycle process.
Experience utilizing insurance web products preferred.
Knowledge of CPT and ICD10, health insurance billing and claim processing required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with all internal and external customers in a professional and caring manner.
Ability to make well-reasoned decisions, both independently and as part of a team.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and email.
Maintains patient confidentiality per state and federal and company regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors, and other staff.
Ability to project and maintain a professional image.
Ability to work independently and excel as part of a team.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Insurance verification: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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authorization specialist jobs in merrillville, in

Insurance Authorization Specialist/Scheduler

Medical Assistant

Medical Office Specialist

Medical Assistant (MA)

Medical Assistant/LPN

Pre-Registration Specialist

Medical Assistant or LPN Float

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Medical Assistant Float

Medical Assistant

Referral Coordinator

Medical Assistant - Bilingual Spanish

Medical Assistant

Medical Scribe - Bilingual Spanish Required

Medical Scribe - Bilingual Spanish Required

Home Care QA Specialist

Billing Specialist

Worker's Compensation Authorization Specialist

Medical Assistant

Referral Specialist

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