Remote Medical Staff Coordinator – Benefits & Authorizations

Sutter Health; California City (CA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Sutter Health is hiring for a position that can be performed from home within the Northern California footprint. The role handles eligibility verification, benefits coordination, and authorization determination, with documentation in the EMR and responsive patient inquiries within set turnaround standards.

Requirements include HS diploma or GED and about 1 year of relevant experience, plus knowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD-9 coding and medical terminology.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT/HCPCS/ICD-9 coding.
• Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy.
• Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Excel and Word.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient eligibility and coordinate benefits.
• Determine if prior authorization is needed and obtain it when required.
• Document in the patient electronic medical record.
• Respond to patient inquiries regarding authorizations within turnaround standards.

Skills

Medical terminology

CPT/HCPCS/ICD-9 coding

Anatomy knowledge

Discretion

Microsoft Office

Active listening

Organizational skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Sutter Health is hiring for a position that can be performed from home within the Northern California footprint. The role handles eligibility verification, benefits coordination, and authorization determination, with documentation in the EMR and responsive patient inquiries within set turnaround standards.

Requirements include HS diploma or GED and about 1 year of relevant experience, plus knowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD-9 coding and medical terminology.