Authorization Specialist

BSA Health System of Amarillo, LLC; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

BSA Health System, located in Amarillo, Texas, is seeking a day shift, full-time Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic Authorization Specialist to coordinate and process prior authorizations for procedures and treatments.

You will notify patients of appointments, enter documentation into the EHR, and discuss financial responsibilities while delivering high-quality patient care in a supportive team environment within a large health system.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience in a customer service role.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process prior authorizations as requested by providers.
• Obtain and process initial and re-authorizations as required by insurance providers.
• Notify patient of appointments and provide any instructions required for the appointment.
• Enter prior authorization documentation into the electronic health record (EHR).
• Communicate patient financial responsibility for healthcare services to patients and guarantors.
• Create cost estimates for scheduled services and procedures.
• Collect deposits, copayments, deductibles, and other patient payments.
• Perform additional prior authorization responsibilities and clerical work as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Excel

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic Authorization SPecialist in Amarillo, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

BSA Health System, located in Amarillo, Texas, is an extensive health system providing clinical excellence to the Texas Panhandle and the tri-state area. We are acclaimed for our superior quality and customer service. As the fourth largest employer in Amarillo, our hospital has a medical staff of more than 450 physicians and about 3,000 employees.

Responsibilities

• The prior authorization specialist is responsible for coordinating and processing prior authorizations as requested by providers.
• Obtains and processes initial prior authorizations and re-authorizations as required by insurance providers.
• Notifies patient of appointments and gives any instructions required for appointment.
• Enters insurance prior authorization documentation into the electronic health record.
• Communicates patient financial responsibility for healthcare services to patients and guarantors.
• Create and provide cost estimates for scheduled services and procedures.
• Collect deposits, copayments, deductibles, and other patient payments.
• Performs additional prior authorization responsibilities and clerical work as needed within the clinic.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School (or GED equivalent) diploma.
• Prior experience in a customer service role.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Prior scheduling or prior authorization experience.