Radiology Authorization Specialist – Patient Care & Collaboration

Medical Associates of NWA; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

HSA/FSA options

Aflac - Accident & Critical Illness

Employer-paid life, long-term & short‑

disability benefits

401(K) match & profit sharing

Paid days off & holidays

Corporate Discounts

Training & Development

Job summary

Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is seeking an Authorization Specialist to secure prior authorizations for imaging procedures such as MRI, CT, and Ultrasound. The role collaborates with insurance providers and uses EMR data to complete clinical information for authorization.

Responsibilities include managing the authorization phase of radiology encounters, verifying pre-authorization requirements by phone or online, working with referring offices, and requesting peer-to-peer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 12–18 months related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Manage the authorization phase of Radiology patient encounter, verify with insurance via phone or online if pre-authorization is required for Radiology diagnostic testing.
• Able to use information provided in EMR system to complete the clinical information requirements for authorization.
• Works closely with referring physician office when an authorization request requires more detailed clinical information to support the required procedure.
• The Authorization Specialist will make requests for peer to peer reviews as necessary to obtain authorizations and approvals on testing.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is seeking an Authorization Specialist to secure prior authorizations for imaging procedures such as MRI, CT, and Ultrasound. The role collaborates with insurance providers and uses EMR data to complete clinical information for authorization.

Responsibilities include managing the authorization phase of radiology encounters, verifying pre-authorization requirements by phone or online, working with referring offices, and requesting peer-to-peer