Surgical Scheduling and Coding Specialist

HealthPartners; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners is seeking a Scheduling/Authorization Specialist to coordinate inpatient and outpatient procedures, manage pre-registration details, and secure prior authorizations. The role supports surgical teams and business services, handling coding and communication with physicians and facilities.

A detail-oriented, organized candidate with medical terminology knowledge will thrive in this environment. Responsibilities include coordinating patient information, ensuring regulatory compliance,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and CPT-4 coding is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Detail-oriented with strong human relations and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate in-patient and out-patient procedures and exams across locations, providing pre-registration information.
• Secure all prior authorizations, precertifications, and referrals from government agencies and referrals, completing required forms.
• Ensure accuracy, update pending physician reviews, and proactively resolve insurance, billing, and regulatory issues.
• Assist Business Services/Coding with procedures, insurance requirements; communicate fee and coding issues between physician and business services.
• Support surgeon with administrative tasks: prepare surgery packets, coordinate schedules, travel arrangements, and itineraries.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

CPT-4 coding

Microsoft Office

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

HealthPartners is seeking a Scheduling/Authorization Specialist to coordinate inpatient and outpatient procedures, manage pre-registration details, and secure prior authorizations. The role supports surgical teams and business services, handling coding and communication with physicians and facilities.

A detail-oriented, organized candidate with medical terminology knowledge will thrive in this environment. Responsibilities include coordinating patient information, ensuring regulatory compliance,