Authorization Specialist

Responsibilities/Duties:
-- Obtain MRI Orders/requests for target locations in the organization by monitoring our EMR System, phone, online, or emails.
-- Conduct Online/Phone Authorization request for MRI's.
-- Conduct Online/Phone authorization investigation of MRI benefits.
-- Communication of authorization/benefits/co-payments to patients prior to exams.
-- Update authorization status through process and confirm receipt of MRI.
-- Scheduling of MRI and follow-up visits with the physicians.
-- Facilitation of Peer-to-Peer reviews for MRI, as needed.
-- Provision of Medical records in pursuit of MRI's.
-- Documentation of Authorization processed through various systems: Centricity/Exscribe/Health I Pass
-- Other duties as assigned.

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.