Ambulatory Transport Authorization Specialist – Lafayette

Acadian Companies; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

ESOP

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Job summary

Acadian Client Services in Lafayette, LA is seeking an ATAC Specialist to screen non-emergency ambulance transports for medical necessity and prior authorization. The role is office-based, involves phone work with operations and business development, and ensures compliance with guidelines.

You will verify insurance, obtain pre-authorizations, collect payments where necessary, and guide billing with the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical billing experience preferred.
• Proficient in Google, MS Office Suite or related software.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and time management.
• Work independently with strong work ethic and discretion.
• Clear and concise communication; confidentiality assured.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to patients.
• Verify patient insurance and update demographics.
• Obtain pre-authorizations for non-emergency transports.
• Determine medical necessity for transport eligibility.
• Obtain payment prior to transport for non-qualifying cases.
• Provide billing guidance to operations and business development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Phone support

Insurance verification

Medical billing

Data entry

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google apps

MS Office

Job description

Acadian Client Services in Lafayette, LA is seeking an ATAC Specialist to screen non-emergency ambulance transports for medical necessity and prior authorization. The role is office-based, involves phone work with operations and business development, and ensures compliance with guidelines.

You will verify insurance, obtain pre-authorizations, collect payments where necessary, and guide billing with the team.