Job Description
Job Description
At GI Associates we believe in striving for the best outcomes for our patients, employees, and community.
GI Associates is looking for motivated people to join our growing independent gastroenterology practice. Our nationally recognized physicians and dedicated team are patient-focused and provide compassionate, collaborative care to patients across Southeast Wisconsin.
GI Associates provides an excellent work-life balance and amazing benefits package including :
- No weekends
- No Holidays
- PTO & paid anniversary day
- 7% GI Associates retirement contribution & 401(k) plan
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Flexible spending plan
- Short- & long-term disability
- Basic & supplemental life insurance
Position summary :
A Medical Authorization Specialist is responsible for determining insurance eligibility / benefits and ensuring pre- certification / referral requirements are met for both the facility and professional services.
Position Responsibilities :
Monitoring and distributing faxes received internally for the departmentWorks with patients to assist them with insurance requirements and coverages for care.Answers incoming calls to a phone queue in a timely, accurate and professional manner.Communicates with outside providers office, hospital staff, and independent facilities to obtain accurate insurance, authorizations and referrals.Verifies eligibility and benefit levels to ensure adequate coverage at correct site of service.Obtains pre-certification, authorization, and referral approval for required services for both the facilityand professional servicesEnsures timely and accurate insurance authorizations / referrals are in place prior to services being rendered.Provides detailed documentation and communication with both payors and clinicians to obtain priorauthorizations.Obtains and submits clinical information to support medical necessity.Coordinates peer-to-peer reviews, when required by payors.Completes accurate documentation in our practice management system.Assist with denials related to pre-certification as needed.Respond to internal / external emails and inquiries in a timely, accurate and complete manner.Minimum Qualifications :
Works independently and efficiently, being able to prioritize the workflowAttention to detailFamiliar with ICD-10 and CPT codesFamiliar with Medical TerminologyCommunicates effectively and professionallyMinimum Qualifications :
Works independently and efficiently, being able to prioritize the workflow
Attention to detail
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