Insurance Preauthorization Specialist

Position Overview Insurance Preauthorization Clerk for the Murfreesboro, TN location at TN Regional HomeCare. Responsible for verifying and obtaining authorizations from insurance companies under the plan coverage for all appropriate patients, communicating with patients regarding updated insurance information, and coordinating information with clinicians. Location TN Regional HomeCare, 100 Vine Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA Qualifications High School Diploma. One year business/healthcare education or equivalent experience. Preferred: One year experience working in a group practice or healthcare system. Desirable: Experience in computer data entry, accounting, related field, or general office work. Understanding of home care operations related to patient intake and ongoing care. Ability to prioritize tasks and duties. Must work independently and on a team, with attention to detail and accuracy. Must provide excellent customer service. Responsibilities Under the direction of the Director, Accounts Receivable: Receives, researches, and corrects patient authorization information. Enters all authorizations into the NHC computer system in a timely manner. Communicates and works with clinical staff on authorizations for all patients. Works with and assists the billing department in researching and resolving all claims. Keeps management informed regarding changes in authorization process. Establishes and maintains a professional relationship with all staff to resolve problems and increase knowledge of authorization management. Makes photocopies for the corporate packet. Educates and communicates with agency staff. Works improvement plans with leadership to raise work quality standards as necessary. Attends appropriate workshops to enhance performance. Other duties as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr TN Regional HomeCare