Insurance Authorization Coordinator

University of Kentucky; Alaska; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an Insurance Authorization Coordinator to obtain prior authorizations for imaging and procedures, applying payer guidelines to minimize delays and denials.

You will verify eligibility with payer portals, maintain HIPAA compliance, and collaborate with providers and staff to ensure timely approvals.

Requires 2–3 years of experience and a high school diploma; knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS; willingness to stay updated on payer guideline changes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of experience in insurance authorization or related field.
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions.

Responsibilities

• Obtains prior authorizations for imaging, surgery, and in-clinic procedures within required timelines.
• Reviews medical records to determine information needed for authorization requests.
• Applies ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS coding conventions to support accurate submissions.
• Confirms patient eligibility and coverage via payer portals.
• Monitors payer guideline updates and communicates changes.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and safeguards patient information.
• Resolves escalated authorization issues by coordinating with providers, payers, and patients.
• Participates in quality assurance and staff training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Prior authorizations

Medical coding

Payer portals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Insurance Authorization Coordinator

2026-08-12 University of Kentucky all cities,AK

Description:

Beyond Blue

Job Posting Title: Insurance Authorization Coordinator

Requisition Number: R-000003157

Department Name: Supervisor, Financial Clearance

Work Location: Remote-KY

Grade Level: 2

Type of Position: Regular

Position Time Status: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Job Description: Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely insurance authorizations for diagnostic imaging as well as surgical and in clinic procedures. Provides expertise in payer guidelines, coding conventions, and authorization processes to minimize delays and denials. Coordinates with providers, payers, and pre-registration to validate eligibility, and secure approvals. Maintains compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations while promoting service excellence and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Obtains prior authorizations for diagnostic imaging as well as surgical and in clinic procedures from insurance payers within required timelines.
• Reviews medical records and documentation to determine appropriate clinical information needed for authorization requests.
• Applies knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions to support accurate authorization submissions.
• Confirms patient eligibility and coverage through payer portals and systems to ensure service approval.
• Monitors payer guideline updates, and communicates changes to providers and staff.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and safeguards patient information when handling clinical and financial data.
• Resolves escalated authorization issues by collaborating with providers, payers, and patients to identify alternatives.
• Participates in quality assurance, training, and professional development activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience Requirement: 2-3 years of experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures: N/A

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs:1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• E. Sitting at the computer workstation for extended periods:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet:1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces:1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises:1. Never
• M. Temperature extremes:1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• O. Radiation:1. Never
• P. Burns:1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people:1. Never
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses):1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.