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Collaboration Work closely with:

Billing Department Intake Department Scheduling Clinical Supervisors Providers Families Assist with process improvement initiatives related to authorizations and revenue cycle management. Required qualifications Medical Assistant certification or equivalent clinical experience. Minimum of two years of experience in healthcare administration, prior authorizations, insurance verification, or medical office operations. Experience working with electronic health records. Strong computer and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Preferred qualifications Experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, or pediatric healthcare. Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance authorization processes. Experience with CareLogic or similar behavioral health EHR. Understanding of CPT, ICD-10, and payer authorization requirements. Job Schedule and Working Conditions • The job follows a year-round schedule for a total of 249 work days in a year

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Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

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