Prior Authorization Specialist - Accelerate Patient Care

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System seeks a PAS III specialist to verify insurance benefits and secure prior authorizations for services. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses and financial advocates to resolve authorization issues, supporting pre-service estimates when needed.

The role emphasizes accuracy, productivity, and adherence to policy while maintaining patient confidentiality and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED;Associate degree preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or patient access is a plus.
• Strong communication and attention to detail required.
• Proficiency with Epic or similar patient registration systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify insurance eligibility, benefits and network status.
• Secure prior authorizations for scheduled and unscheduled services.
• Collaborate with physicians, staff and payers to resolve authorization issues.
• Document thoroughly and maintain authorization trails.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Typing 40 wpm

Cash handling

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Associates

Other-Preferred

Tools

Epic

Patient Registration Systems

Job description

Wellstar Health System seeks a PAS III specialist to verify insurance benefits and secure prior authorizations for services. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses and financial advocates to resolve authorization issues, supporting pre-service estimates when needed.

The role emphasizes accuracy, productivity, and adherence to policy while maintaining patient confidentiality and compassionate service.