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Insurance Authorization Coordinator
Location:
Saint Louis, MO
Description:
Additional Information About the Role Do you have previous experience working with obtaining medication insurance authorization? BJC is seeking motivated individuals to join our supportive team as an Insurance Authorization Coordinator. Previous insurance authorization experience required. Schedule: Mon - Fri 8AM - 4:30PM Onsite Position at Missouri Baptist Medical Center (Opportunity for remote work in the future) Overview BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice.BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development.BJC's patients have access to the latest advances in medical science and technology through a formal affiliation between Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital with the renowned Washington University School of Medicine, which consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the country. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Insurance Authorization Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the organization has the appropriate insurance benefit, pre-certification and pre-authorization information for patients prior to the provision of care. Responsibilities Utilizes multiple platforms and/or vendor-based applications to investigate and determine benefits, pre-certification, and pre-authorization status. Communicates with insurance companies and patients regarding benefit, pre-certification, and pre-authorization requirements and status to ensure appropriate insurance authorization is secured prior to service. Answers phone calls and directs issues to the appropriate person for resolution; verifies the receipt of patient insurance authorizations and ensures that all authorizations stay current. Provides assistance to the clerical and clinical team regarding the requirements for benefits, pre-authorization and re-authorization for patients. Communicates benefit and/or authorization issues in a timely manner to all staff; ensures that patient care is not delayed. Performs accurate and timely entry of benefit information into the patient chart. Understands, monitors, and completes all work queues regarding authorizations and/or benefits, per the request of the Lead Coordinator. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience Preferred Requirements Education Associate's Degree Supervisor Experience No Experience Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits *Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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