Insurance Authorization Specialist

To ensure timely patient care and accurate reimbursement, the full-time Insurance Authorization Specialist will secure insurance authorizations for medical services while working remotely, with no weekends, evenings, or holidays required. Key responsibilities Initiate and track insurance prior authorizations for medical services and verify insurance eligibility and benefits Accurately document authorization statuses in the electronic medical record (EMR) and Practice Management (PM) system Communicate with insurance carriers to gather necessary clinical documentation and inform patients of authorization status Required qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in healthcare administration or related field preferred Minimum 1 year of experience in medical office, insurance verification, or healthcare billing Comprehensive understanding of insurance verification, contract benefits, and medical terminology Familiarity with payer rules, authorization requirements, and EMR documentation preferred Proficient in payer portals, EMR systems, and Microsoft Office