What are the responsibilities and job description for the Authorization Coordinator | LECOM Visiting Nurse Association position at LECOM Health?
The Visiting Nurse Association of Erie County, a part of the LECOM Institute for Successful Living, is accepting applications and resume submissions for a Full Time Authorizations Coordinator.
SUMMARY:
- Obtains needed prior authorization or precertification for the required home health and hospice payors that are necessary for reimbursement.
- Monitors authorization workflow for completion and future need for continued authorization requests – communicates with intake and clinical staff as needed to complete tasks.
- Serve as support staff for various departments and external payers by developing positive relationships with managed care organizations, outside agencies, and clinical areas within the organization. Review and respond to correspondence and inquiries generated by third party payers, utilization management, and others as needed. Provide medical record copies and other pertinent information to the appropriate sources.
- Work collaboratively through the authorization process to ensure timely patient care.
- Proficient computer software skills are required to navigate the EMR, multiple payor portals and MS Office applications to complete work tasks.
- Pursue opportunities for personal development and increased expertise in addition to improvement in technical competence; and
- Accept other duties needed/assigned for the Institution’s needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience equivalent to:
- High school education
- Minimum of two months office experience
- Must possess an advanced level experience with Microsoft computer software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
BENEFITS:
LECOM’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:
- Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $55/ month!
- Full Family Medical Insurance is only $270/month!
- Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service!
- Paid time off accruals – vacation and sick
- 6 paid holidays each year
- Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
- Employee referral program
- Employee appreciation/recognition events
- Employee assistance program and discounted membership at the LECOM Fitness and Wellness Center
- Up to $200/month childcare credit.
The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $55 - $270
