Insurance Verification and Prior Authorization Specialist - Virtual Assistant

Zohorecruit; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockstar is hiring a remote Insurance Verification & Prior Authorization Coordinator on behalf of a physical therapy practice in Arkansas. This role manages verification, authorizations, and HIPAA-compliant records to ensure timely access to rehabilitation services.

The coordinator communicates with insurers, maintains authorization records, and supports the clinical team to address inquiries, while working U.S. Central Time hours and with a dedicated backup plan.

Qualifications

• Prior experience obtaining benefit information and prior authorization in a physical therapy setting is required
• Familiarity with StrataPT, Availity, Inovalon, My Ability, and the United Healthcare portal is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong English dialect
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Amenable to work U.S. Central Time business hours
• Reliable backup system in place to maintain coverage during internet or power outages

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance verification and benefit information for physical therapy services
• Obtain and follow up on insurance authorizations for patient treatments
• Communicate effectively with insurance providers to ensure timely approvals
• Maintain accurate records of authorization requests and follow-up actions
• Collaborate with the clinical team to address any authorization-related inquiries

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Multitasking

Tools

Availity

Inovalon

My Ability

Job description

Insurance Verification and Prior Authorization Specialist - Virtual Assistant

Rockstar is an industry-leading staffing company based in Arizona that helps healthcare businesses across the United States streamline operations by connecting them with skilled remote professionals. We partner with talented individuals from around the world, providing meaningful remote career opportunities that empower personal and professional growth.

At Rockstar, we are committed to placing team members who not only meet our clients' operational needs but who also reflect our core values of integrity, excellence, and long-term service. Every placement is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, for the practice, for patients, and for you.

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Rockstar is hiring a full-time Insurance Verification & Prior Authorization Coordinator on behalf of a physical therapy practice in Arkansas.

This role is responsible for managing insurance verification and prior authorization for patient treatments, ensuring patients can access the rehabilitation care they need without unnecessary delays. The VA will communicate directly with insurance providers, maintain accurate authorization records, and support HIPAA-compliant medical records requests. This is a great fit for someone who takes real ownership of the authorization process from start to finish and pays close attention to the details that keep patient care on track.

About the Client

This physical therapy practice is committed to providing the highest quality rehabilitation services to the communities they serve. Their core values center on integrity, community, and family, and they believe in building strong bonds of trust and loyalty both within their organization and with the patients they treat.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Verification & Authorizations

• Manage insurance verification and benefit information for physical therapy services
• Obtain and follow up on insurance authorizations for patient treatments
• Communicate effectively with insurance providers to ensure timely approvals
• Maintain accurate records of authorization requests and follow-up actions
• Collaborate with the clinical team to address any authorization-related inquiries

Medical Records & Compliance

• Process medical records requests in accordance with HIPAA compliance standards
• Maintain accurate, secure documentation throughout the records request process

Administrative Support

• Assist with additional administrative tasks as needed

Tools & Systems

• Availity
• Inovalon
• My Ability

Requirements

• Prior experience obtaining benefit information and prior authorization in a physical therapy setting is required
  
• Familiarity with StrataPT, Availity, Inovalon, My Ability, and the United Healthcare portal is a plus
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong English dialect
  
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently
  
• Amenable to work U.S. Central Time business hours
  
• Reliable backup system in place to maintain coverage during internet or power outages
  

Non-Negotiables

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong English dialect and communication skills
• Reliable backup system for outages
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  
• Work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
  
• Make a meaningful impact by helping to build and strengthen families across the Globe