Prior Authorization Specialist/Insurance Reviewer - Clinical

The US Oncology Network; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

The US Oncology Network in Eugene, OR is seeking a Prior Authorization Specialist/Insurance Reviewer - Clinical to secure insurance authorizations for patient treatments and procedures. You will partner with care teams and payers to minimize delays while maintaining strict HIPAA and confidentiality.

The role requires at least three years of prior authorization experience; revenue cycle familiarity is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years of prior authorization experience.
• Revenue cycle experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, processes and audits the medical necessity for treatments including radiation oncology, gynecologic surgery, genetic lab testing, imaging, and chemotherapy treatment for each patient.
• Communicates with nursing, physician, pharmacists and medical staff to inform them of any restrictions or special requirements in accordance with particular insurance plans.
• Updates coding/payer guidelines for clinical staff; tracks pathways and performs various other business office functions as needed.
• Obtains insurance authorization and pre-certification for various oncology and hematology related services.
• Maintains knowledge of chemotherapy authorization requirements for all payers; adheres to confidentiality and HIPAA laws.

Skills

Prior authorization

Attention to detail

Communication with care teams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Prior Authorization Specialist/Insurance Reviewer - Clinical

In this role, you will help secure insurance authorizations for patient treatments, testing, and surgical procedures. By working closely with insurance companies and our care teams, you will help ensure patients can move forward with their recommended care without unnecessary delays. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can successfully manage changing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.

The general pay scale for this position at WVCI is $26.00-$29.80. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to: prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, internal equity, etc.

Employment Type: Full Time

Benefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)

Location: Eugene, OR (Onsite)

Responsibilities

• Reviews, processes and audits the medical necessity for treatments including radiation oncology, gynecologic surgery, genetic lab testing, imaging, and chemotherapy treatment for each patient. Documentation of regimen related to pathway adherence and payer guidelines.
• Communicate with nursing, physician, pharmacists and medical staff to inform them of any restrictions or special requirements in accordance with particular insurance plans. Provides prompt feedback to physicians and management regarding pathway documentation issues, and payer issues with non-covered chemotherapy drugs.
• Updates coding/payer guidelines for clinical staff. Tracks pathways and performs various other business office functions on an as needed basis.
• Obtains insurance authorization and pre-certification for various oncology & hematology related services.
• Maintains a good working knowledge of chemotherapy authorization requirements for all payers, state and federal regulatory guidelines for coverage and authorization. Adheres to confidentiality, state, federal, and HIPAA laws and guidelines with regards to patient’s records.
• Other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years of prior authorization experience required. Revenue cycle experience preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment

The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. Work will involve in-person interaction with co-workers and management and/or clients. Work may require minimal travel by automobile to office sites.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.