Clinical Referrals & Authorization Specialist

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a Referral Coordinator to manage the end-to-end referral process for a 35-physician practice. You will obtain orders, secure insurance authorization, schedule appointments, and communicate with patients about timings and coverage.

A clinical background and up-to-date CPT/ICD-9 coding knowledge help ensure proper referrals. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and 1–3 years of experience; training on payer rules and Christus competencies

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of CPT and ICD-9 coding to process proper referrals.
• Strong coordination with physicians, payors, and patients is required.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Skills

Referral coordination

Insurance plans

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a Referral Coordinator to manage the end-to-end referral process for a 35-physician practice. You will obtain orders, secure insurance authorization, schedule appointments, and communicate with patients about timings and coverage.

A clinical background and up-to-date CPT/ICD-9 coding knowledge help ensure proper referrals. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and 1–3 years of experience; training on payer rules and Christus competencies