Top 13 Imaging specialist Jobs in Somerset, Ky

Specialist, Prior Authorization
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital —Somerset, KY
- Full-time
- Medical office experience
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Radiology Technician/Medical Assistant - Lake Cumberland Orthopedics
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital —Somerset, KY
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Patient monitoring
- Hospital
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Radiology Technician (RT), Acute
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital —Somerset, KY
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Patient monitoring
- Hospital
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Radiology Technologist, Acute
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital —Somerset, KY
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Hospital
- BLS Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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MRI Technician, Acute
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital —Somerset, KY
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Hospital
- BLS Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Emergency Medicine Physician in Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital —Somerset, KY
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Pediatrics
- ER
Podiatric Physician
Upperline PC —Monticello, KY
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Doctoral degree
- BLS Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Travel Emergency Room RN in Birmingham, Alabama
Gifted Healthcare —United States
- $2,122.06 a week
- Travel nursing
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Specialist, Prior Authorization

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital -
Somerset, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
12 hours ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Pre-authorization review for utilization management
Clinical information systems
Computer skills
Medical terminology

Full Job Description

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.

Where We Are:

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
And much more…

Job Summary:

The Prior Authorization Specialist is responsible for obtaining insurance authorizations for medical procedures, diagnostic testing, referrals, medications, and prescribed services to ensure timely patient care and accurate reimbursement. This role serves as a key liaison between providers, patients, and payers, ensuring compliance with payer requirements while supporting clinic operations and revenue cycle efficiency.

Essential Functions:

Initiate and manage prior authorization requests for procedures, imaging, referrals, medications, and other services.
Verify patient insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage requirements prior to submission.
Review clinical documentation for completeness and collaborate with providers for medical necessity support.
Submit authorization requests via payer portals, fax, or phone and track status through completion.
Communicate approvals, denials, and required follow-up actions to providers, staff, and patients.
Monitor turnaround times and escalate urgent or delayed cases.
Follow up on denied authorizations and assist with appeals.
Maintain accurate documentation in EMR and payer systems.
Ensure compliance with payer guidelines, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
Collaborate with scheduling, clinical, and billing teams to prevent delays and denials.
Educate patients, staff, and providers on authorization requirements, payer guidelines, and coverage.
Ensure all services have required authorizations and update patients on status.
Coordinate peer-to-peer reviews when required by insurance.
Notify patients and staff of insurance coverage issues or lapses.
Assist with scheduling appointments, tests, and procedures as needed.
Maintain referral and insurance records and enter referrals into systems.
Maintain knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer requirements.
Identify denial trends and recommend process improvements.
Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Meet daily productivity and quality standards.

Non-Essential Functions:

Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, and contractors.
Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in prior authorizations, medical billing, or revenue cycle operations (healthcare setting preferred).
Working knowledge of insurance payer requirements, authorization processes, and medical terminology.
Proficiency with EMR systems and payer portals.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a physician practice or hospital-based clinic environment.
Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans.
Certification in medical billing/coding or revenue cycle management (CPB, CPC, or similar).
Experience with authorization appeals and denial resolution.

Physical and Mental Demands:

Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work at a computer.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching.
Ability to manage time-sensitive work and meet strict deadlines.
Ability to handle frequent interruptions while maintaining focus.

Work Environment:

Medical office or clinic environment.
Interaction with patients, providers, clinical staff, insurance representatives, and administrative leadership.
Standard business hours with occasional flexibility based on clinic needs.

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

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