Insurance Authorization Coordinator

We are looking for a meticulous and organized Insurance Authorization Coordinator to join our team on a contract basis in San Bernardino, California. In this role, you will be responsible for managing retroactive insurance authorizations and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with the Treatment Authorization Request (TAR) process and a strong background in healthcare billing and insurance coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Process and submit retroactive insurance authorizations for hospital services, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor and follow up on pending and denied authorizations to secure approvals efficiently.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to collect and verify required medical documentation.
• Communicate with insurance companies to resolve issues and obtain necessary approvals.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, as well as state and federal healthcare regulations.
• Accurately record and update information within hospital information systems.
• Stay informed on updates and best practices related to the Treatment Authorization Request (TAR) process.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as scanning and organizing documentation, to support the authorization process.
• Handle inbound and outbound calls related to authorization inquiries and resolutions.