Authorization Representative - St. Petersburg

Authorization Representative - St. Petersburg Job Category : Patient Access Requisition Number : AUTHO002762 Posted : May 15, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location 5th Street | AFO 10051 5th St N Saint Petersburg, FL 33702, USA Description Key Responsibilities: Coordinate with appropriate primary care physicians and/or insurance companies to obtain referrals for office visits prior to the patient’s scheduled appointment. Ensure all authorizations are properly documented in the system. Advise patients of any potential problems concerning obtaining authorization prior to the scheduled appointment. Coordinate with the Billing/Collections department to research and obtain authorizations on previously denied claims. Coordinate with the Benefit Verification Rep to confirm benefits when problems occur. Utilize insurance websites (Availity, Humana Military (Tricare),United Healthcare, etc.) to obtain referrals/authorizations All other duties as assigned Qualifications: Candidate must be a high school graduate. 2 or more years of experience in a medical environment. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Able to multi-task and handle high call volumes. 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 Floridaortho