What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Authorization Specialist-Medicine position at University of Maryland Medical Associates, LLC?
Under general supervision, performs all medication prior authorizations as needed. Ensures that referral and pre-authorization activities are undertaken in order to provide maximum patient and provider satisfaction and maximum reimbursement; and other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or general education degree
- Two years related medical office experience
- Accurate data entry skills
- Current knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and preauthorization
- Knowledge of GE/IDX or similar computerized billing system
- General understanding of back office operations
- Strong customer service skills
- PC proficiency
- Medical terminology preferred
