Authorizations Specialist/Billing
Job Title: Authorizations Specialist/Billing Job Type: Full-Time, Remote (US Hours: 9am-5pm EST) Salary: Paid in South African Rands (ZAR)
Key Responsibilities
- Manage prior authorization requests ensuring timely and accurate processing to support patient care delivery.
- Prepare, submit and follow up on medical billing claims to insurance companies and patients.
- Communicate with healthcare providers, insurance payers, and patients to resolve billing and authorization issues.
- Maintain accurate records within EHR and billing systems, ensuring compliance with payer policies and regulations.
- Monitor authorization approvals and denials, taking appropriate action to resolve discrepancies.
- Support billing audits and reconciliation processes to ensure revenue integrity.
- Associate's degree in healthcare administration, medical billing, or related field preferred.
- At least 2 years of experience in medical billing and authorization processes.
- Proficiency with billing software, electronic health records (EHR), and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology, coding (CPT, ICD-10), and insurance policies.
- Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working U.S. hours
- Remote work from home#J-18808-Ljbffr