Multi-Location Insurance Authorization Specialist

US Physical Therapy; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists is seeking an Authorization Specialist to support our multi-location outpatient operations. You will obtain, verify, and manage insurance authorizations to ensure timely access to care for patients across clinics.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, compliance with payer requirements, and effective communication with insurance companies and clinical teams to resolve issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Experience with insurance authorizations or medical billing preferred.
• Knowledge of payer portals and benefits verification.
• Ability to manage multiple locations and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, verify, and maintain insurance authorizations across multiple locations.
• Verify benefits, eligibility, and authorization requirements.
• Submit requests through portals, fax, or phone and track status.
• Communicate with payers and clinic teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of authorization activity.
• Ensure compliance with guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Mult-location coordination

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Payer portals

Job description

Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists is seeking an Authorization Specialist to support our multi-location outpatient operations. You will obtain, verify, and manage insurance authorizations to ensure timely access to care for patients across clinics.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, compliance with payer requirements, and effective communication with insurance companies and clinical teams to resolve issues promptly.