CommuniCare Family of Companies
Part B Authorization Specialist
CommuniCare Family of Companies - Blue Ash, Ohio, United States
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CommuniCare Health
Services
is currently recruiting for the key position of
Part B Authorization Specialist
supporting our Rehabilitation and Revenue Cycle Departments.
This is a remote position.
PURPOSE/BELIEF STATEMENT
Under the general supervision of the Corporate Director of Revenue Cycle, the Part B Prior Authorization Specialist will assist in the prior authorization process for all Part B Therapy services for all payors.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Processes requests for prior-authorization based on established therapy guidelines and contract criteria. Keeps abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes in the healthcare industry and incorporates knowledge in the performance of job duties. Identifies problems in process/procedures and makes recommendations for improvements. Maintains a balance of productivity, quality, and timeliness of job accountabilities Maintains and updates internal databases (Smartsheet, PCC, Net Health) as applicable Obtains prior authorizations per Rehabilitation Department's request and maintains the database to communicate and track new and extended authorizations Ensures database information and appended files are current and accessible to staff Provides training and tools on the prior authorization process to new hires Generated reports on a monthly and as requested basis to the Rehabilitation and Revenue Cycle teams Creates and supports an environment which fosters teamwork, cooperation, respect, and diversity Establishes and maintains positive communication and professional demeanor with employees and payors at all times Performs other related duties as assigned Attends required training QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to work independently and prioritize high volume of daily requests. Must have general understanding of Healthcare Managed Care authorization process. LTC experience preferred Mandatory
Excellent written and verbal Communication; verbally on the telephone Ability to multi-task on the computer Proficient in MS Office Suite Applications (MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power-point, etc.) Ability to type 35 wpm Ability to learn and use multiple proprietary software Must be able to organize work duties, prioritize and work independently Problem Solving skills Dependable, reliable, responsible and honest Healthcare experience Optional and beneficial experiences
Experience with health insurance Point Click Care experience Clinic Healthcare Experience Smartsheet Net Health
Benefits
As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental, and vision coverage from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.
About Us
A family-owned company, we have grown to become one of the nation's largest providers of post-acute care, which includes skilled nursing rehabilitation centers, long-term care centers, assisted living communities, independent rehabilitation centers, and long-term acute care hospitals (LTACH). Since 1984, we have provided superior, comprehensive management services for the development and management of adult living communities. We have a single job description at CommuniCare, "to reach out with our hearts and touch the hearts of others." Through this effort we create "Caring Communities" where staff, residents, clients, and family members care for and about one another.
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Services
is currently recruiting for the key position of
Part B Authorization Specialist
supporting our Rehabilitation and Revenue Cycle Departments.
This is a remote position.
PURPOSE/BELIEF STATEMENT
Under the general supervision of the Corporate Director of Revenue Cycle, the Part B Prior Authorization Specialist will assist in the prior authorization process for all Part B Therapy services for all payors.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Processes requests for prior-authorization based on established therapy guidelines and contract criteria. Keeps abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes in the healthcare industry and incorporates knowledge in the performance of job duties. Identifies problems in process/procedures and makes recommendations for improvements. Maintains a balance of productivity, quality, and timeliness of job accountabilities Maintains and updates internal databases (Smartsheet, PCC, Net Health) as applicable Obtains prior authorizations per Rehabilitation Department's request and maintains the database to communicate and track new and extended authorizations Ensures database information and appended files are current and accessible to staff Provides training and tools on the prior authorization process to new hires Generated reports on a monthly and as requested basis to the Rehabilitation and Revenue Cycle teams Creates and supports an environment which fosters teamwork, cooperation, respect, and diversity Establishes and maintains positive communication and professional demeanor with employees and payors at all times Performs other related duties as assigned Attends required training QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to work independently and prioritize high volume of daily requests. Must have general understanding of Healthcare Managed Care authorization process. LTC experience preferred Mandatory
Excellent written and verbal Communication; verbally on the telephone Ability to multi-task on the computer Proficient in MS Office Suite Applications (MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power-point, etc.) Ability to type 35 wpm Ability to learn and use multiple proprietary software Must be able to organize work duties, prioritize and work independently Problem Solving skills Dependable, reliable, responsible and honest Healthcare experience Optional and beneficial experiences
Experience with health insurance Point Click Care experience Clinic Healthcare Experience Smartsheet Net Health
Benefits
As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental, and vision coverage from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.
About Us
A family-owned company, we have grown to become one of the nation's largest providers of post-acute care, which includes skilled nursing rehabilitation centers, long-term care centers, assisted living communities, independent rehabilitation centers, and long-term acute care hospitals (LTACH). Since 1984, we have provided superior, comprehensive management services for the development and management of adult living communities. We have a single job description at CommuniCare, "to reach out with our hearts and touch the hearts of others." Through this effort we create "Caring Communities" where staff, residents, clients, and family members care for and about one another.
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