Authorization Specialist

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Professional development

Job summary

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) on-site in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Authorization Specialist dedicated to securing timely authorizations and managing funding for ongoing client services.

You will bridge clinical services with sustainable funding, ensuring accurate records, proactive denial management, and clean, compliant documentation across the authorization lifecycle.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years in medical billing within a medically specialized enterprise.
• Knowledge of Medicare, HMO, PPO, Behavioral Health carve-outs, AHCCCS and EAP services.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS coding.

Responsibilities

• Authorization Management: Obtain initial authorizations and reauthorizations; monitor and adjust as needed to ensure continuous care.
• Funding Advocacy: Navigate insurance landscapes and resolve claim denials.
• Quality Assurance: Identify errors in funding documentation and correct them to maintain accuracy.
• Data Integrity: Document client funding information accurately and within required timelines.

Skills

Funding knowledge

Analytical precision

Proactive problem solving

Organization & timing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

We are open to early-career professionals and seasoned specialists with extensive industry experience!

On-site

Phoenix, AZ

At SARRC, we are dedicated to advancing research and providing support for individuals with autism and their families. We are looking for a detail-oriented Authorization Specialist who thrives on precision and plays a critical role in ensuring our clients receive the services they need through seamless funding management.

As an Authorization Specialist, you are the bridge between clinical services and sustainable funding. Your expertise in insurance landscapes ensures that every client’s record is accurate, every authorization is secured, and every billing hurdle is proactively cleared.

Your Role at SARRC

• Authorization Management: Obtain initial authorizations, manage reauthorizations, and handle necessary adjustments to ensure continuous care for our clients. Verifies, monitors, and assist with insurance verification as needed to ensure payment for services.
• Funding Advocacy: Navigate complex insurance landscapes and provide essential support in managing and resolving claim denials.
• Quality Assurance: Identify errors in funding documentation and implement corrections to maintain the highest standards of record accuracy.
• Data Integrity: Ensure all client funding information is documented accurately and within required timelines to prevent billing delays.

Skills You Bring

• Expert Knowledge of Funding Sources: Deep understanding of insurance providers, clinical funding requirements, and the authorization lifecycle.
• Analytical Precision: A "hawk-eye" for detail with the ability to spot discrepancies in complex data and rectify them quickly.
• Proactive Problem Solving: The ability to troubleshoot denials and navigate the nuances of insurance appeals and adjustments.
• Organization & Timing: Exceptional time-management skills to meet strict deadlines for reauthorizations and documentation.

Experience & Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a medical billing environment within a medically specialized enterprise.
• Knowledge of insurance guidelines; including Medicare, HMO, PPO, Behavioral Health carve-outs, Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS) and EAP services.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS coding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred (years of experience may be considered).
• Three (3) and more years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of diagnostic testing, medical terminology, and Behavior Analytic treatment for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Knowledge of ABA CPT codes is preferred.

Salary

Starts at $20/hr

Hours

Monday - Friday, Full-time

Hours of operations: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Robust Benefits Package

• Up to 16 days per year paid time off and 8 paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (majority of coverage paid for by SARRC)
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 6%
• Internal job growth opportunities
• Professional development annual benefit of $1000

Who We Are

Established in 1997, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. We are one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting edge research.