Authorization Specialist - UAB Medical West - Cardiology

Position Description:
Schedule: Monday-Friday Day Shift

Location: UAB Med West

Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

Reviews databases and other pertinent documentation to ensure all needed pre-certifications and/or authorizations are completed for medical services. Works with all clinics and appropriate ancillary departments to ensure requirements are met through training, education and consultation. Must be familiar with and remain current of insurance carriers and requirements to include a working knowledge of referral and pre-certification processes and medical necessity guidelines. Must demonstrate exceptional customer service to patients, referring sources both internal and external.  This position requires the ability to effectively communicate information to the patient related to testing, required preparations, and financial obligations.

Position Requirements:
Required: High school diploma or GED.  One (1) year of experience in Medical Billing or Authorization. Knowledge of insurance carriers, regulations, and processes with a desire to expand knowledge base. Strong work ethic to assure patient satisfaction in conjunction with protection of revenue for the organization. Extensive knowledge of Medical terminology and abbreviations. Basic computer skills.  Knowledge of Common Procedural Terminology (CPT); ICD-10.

Must:  (1) Attend all required course work assigned by management; (2) possess basic knowledge of medical terminology and advanced knowledge of PC applications, software, and database management;  (3) be able to perform math & bookkeeping skills; (5) possess exceptional telephone & customer service skills; and (5) be knowledgeable of English grammar & punctuation.