Precert and Authorization Rep

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA & FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, seeks a Precertification and Authorization Representative to support insurance verification and transplant-related inquiries in a hybrid role within the Patient Access department. You will address questions, resolve issues in real time, and document outcomes for follow-up.

The successful candidate will handle pre-certifications and authorizations, work across hospital, ED, and ambulatory settings, and participate in occasional on-site requirements within 100 miles

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum experience: 2+ years in relevant role or Bachelor’s Degree.
• Must read and communicate effectively; basic computer skills and good documentation.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound calls related to insurance verification and transplantation inquiries.
• Verify eligibility and benefits; provide real-time payer information.
• Locate and transmit required documentation to resolve requests.
• Document actions clearly for follow-up and escalate unresolved issues.
• Understand transplant financial clearance and authorization processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Phone etiquette

Detail-oriented

Healthcare terminology

Epic EMR knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Epic RC/EMR system

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of a Mayo Clinic campus for occasional on-site expectations based on business needs.

The Precertification and Authorization Representative is an intermediate level position that is responsible for resolving referral, precertification, and/or prior authorization to support insurance specific plan requirements for all commercial, government and other payors across hospital (inpatient & outpatient), ED, and clinic/ambulatory environments. In addition, this position may be responsible for pre-appointment insurance review (PAIR) and denials recovery functions within the Patient Access department. This may include processing of pre-certification and prior authorization for workers compensation/third party liability (WC/TPL), managed care and HMO accounts, as well as working assigned registration denials for government and non-government accounts. This role requires adherence to quality assurance guidelines as well as established productivity standards to support the work unit’s performance expectations.

The Transplant Precertification and Authorization Representative is a full-time, inbound call center role responsible for supporting transplant-related insurance and authorization inquiries. This position serves as a primary point of contact for incoming calls and is responsible for addressing questions and resolving issues in real time when possible.

Representatives are expected to take ownership of each call by identifying the concern, completing actions within their scope during the interaction, and documenting clearly for any required follow-up.

Responsibilities Include

• Managing inbound calls related to insurance verification, authorization status, and transplant-related inquiries
• Assessing caller needs and addressing concerns during the call to the extent possible
• Locating and sending required documentation (e.g., medical records) as appropriate to resolve the request
• Verifying insurance eligibility and transplant-related benefits when applicable
• Providing accurate, real-time information based on payer requirements and available data
• Documenting all actions clearly and completely to support downstream follow-up
• Identifying and escalating issues that cannot be resolved during the call
• Demonstrating working knowledge of the transplant financial clearance and/or authorization process

During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question - Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience required OR Bachelor’s Degree required
• Additional Requirements include the ability to read and communicate effectively. Basic computer/keyboarding skills, intermediate mathematic competency. Good written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of proper phone etiquette and phone handling skills. Position requires general knowledge of healthcare terminology and CPT-ICD10 codes. Basic knowledge of and experience in insurance verification and claim adjudication is preferred. Requires excellent verbal communication skills, and the ability to work in a complex environment with varying points of view. Must be comfortable with ambiguity, exhibit good decision making and judgment capabilities, attention to detail. Knowledge of Denial codes is preferred. Knowledge of and experience using an Epic RC/EMR system is preferred. Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Certification Preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an inbound call center, healthcare support, or related environment
• Ability to manage call volume while maintaining accuracy and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail with clear, thorough documentation skills
• Ability to assess situations quickly and take appropriate action within defined scope
• Effective communication skills with ability to explain information clearly
• Willingness and ability to learn complex transplant processes and workflows

Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorships now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. Citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee, or asylee). Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$21.91 - $34.27/ hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

CST time zone, M-F 8-5 with hour lunch or 8:30-5pm with half hour. This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of a Mayo Clinic campus for occasional on-site expectations based on business needs.

Weekend Schedule

N/A

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.