Authorization Specialist - (FDC)

Overview

Hours are PRN during office business hours, 8 hour shifts being 8am-5pm with a one hour lunch

business hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

The Authorization Specialist secures all required Prior Authorizations for Imaging procedures such as MRI, CT Scan & Ultrasound by working with the appropriate Insurance provider or intermediary.

The Authorization Specialist provides pertinent information requested from insurance companies and documents authorization details obtained from insurance companies into appropriate database.

About Fayetteville Diagnostic Clinic  Fayetteville Diagnostic Clinic is a physician-owned practice who encourages teamwork and collaboration, increasing efficiency in care, and ensuring patients receive a positive health care experience. To provide a convenient patient health experience, we offer internal medicine, medical specialists, and diagnostic services in one central location. About MANA Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is an independent physician group that includes family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health and an array of specialists and advanced health services. MANA clinics are independent, physician-owned practices. As a physician-owned practice, our physicians can focus on compassionate, quality, patient care, and retain the quality, personal clinic environment. Physicians make decisions that shape excellent patient care in our practices. By working together, MANA physicians can responsibly manage the costs associated with health care, improve our practice efficiencies, and enhance overall care for patients. Our mission is to improve the quality of life by providing compassionate, comprehensive, quality healthcare.What We Offer

Corporate Discounts: MANA has partnerships with various local and nationwide retailers to provide discounts to you; Dell, ATT, Verizon, and many more!

One-On-One Training and Development: At time of hire with MANA, you will go through detailed training to ensure you are equipped with what you need for success in our clinics

How to ApplyTo apply for a position at any MANA Clinic, you must complete a MANA employment application. Applicants may list the position(s) they are interested in applying on the application and only need to complete one application. Applications are reviewed by the Human Resources Department at the MANA Administrative Office and are shared with the clinic managers. Applications are kept in our database for managers to review for six (6) months.  MANA is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

• Manage the authorization phase of Radiology patient encounter, verify with insurance via phone or online if pre-authorization is required for Radiology diagnostic testing. This duty is performed daily, about 50% of the time.
• Able to use information provided in EMR system to complete the clinical information requirements for authorization. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time.
• Works closely with referring physician office when an authorization request requires more detailed clinical information to support the required procedure. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time.
• The Authorization Specialist will make requests for peer to peer reviews as necessary to obtain authorizations and approvals on testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years related experience and/or training