Gather Health is a collective of outreach partners care partners clinicians and most importantly patient partners who work together to reshape lives and communities. We bring handson social and medical care to our patients and work around their needs both within our care facilities and in their homes. We work alongside local leaders to build communities and provide tailored care experiences that serve the seniors that live within them. When we Gather we show love compassion community and care.
What is this role about
We are seeking a Prior Authorization Partner who has pharmacy and durable medical equipment responsibilities to support Gather Health an atrisk primary care group for seniors.
What are some of the daytoday duties This clinicbased role will include responsibilities for pharmacy prior authorizations and DME coordination. Some of the daytoday duties will include but are not limited to:
Pharmacy Prior Authorization Responsibilities:
Manage the submission follow up and completion of pharmacy prior authorization requests
Collaboration with PCPs to determine if an alternative medication may be acceptable based on insurance coverage preferences
Verify that approved prior authorizations result in successful claim processing at the pharmacy
Maintain detailed progress notes in the Electronic Medical Record
Provide regular updates to patients and external partners (e.g. pharmacies insurance companies) regarding the status of prior authorizations
Communicate with the pharmacy to confirm successful claim adjudication
Additional duties as assigned
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Coordination Responsibilities
Accept and process DME requests submitted by Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) and external partners (e.g. therapists home health agencies).
Follow up with DME suppliers to confirm that all necessary medical criteria documentation is provided. Ensure the documentation meets insurance and regulatory requirements.
Communicate with patients to provide status updates and confirm that ordered DME products are received.
Additional duties as assigned
What are the minimum requirements for this position
At least one year of experience in processing prior authorizations insurance referral coordination and/or DME coordination
Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid programs as well as valuebased care models a plus
Experience with basic office tools such as email Outlook calendar etc.
Strong verbal written and reading comprehension skills in English
Ability to work regular office hours Monday through Friday
Ability to work for any employer in the United States
What are the nice to have preferred requirements
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Selfmotivated and capable of working independently with moderate supervision
Willingness to work with complex populations to resolve medical issues quickly
Strong prioritization flexibility and adaptability skills
Bilingual in Haitian Creole and/or Spanish
What are the traits of someone most likely to succeed in this role
Organized manages time effectively and operates efficiently
Motivated thrives in a busy environment
Friendly people enjoy their company because of their joyful nature
Compassionate they treat people with kindness
Patient they are not easily frustrated or flustered
Resourceful they are creative when it comes to problem solving
Positive sees glass as is half full vs. half empty
Reliable takes responsibilities seriously and always shows up on time
What are the hours for this position
Monday Friday 8:00am 5:00pm
Why should I join Gather Health
We are a missionbased organization that is passionate about changing the way seniors experience primary care
Our business model is unique and on the cuttingedge of the primary care industry
Our leadership team is comprised of experienced individuals who are committed to creating not only the best patient experience but also an amazing employee experience for our colleagues
We are intentionally building a strong company culture and providing a compassionate and joyful work environment
The organization was conceptualized founded and launched by experienced cofounders with a track record of success in the healthcare space
We offer competitive pay and benefits for our FullTime colleagues including:
oPaid Time Off (total of 3 weeks per year PTO that accrues with each pay period)
o11 Paid Holidays
oMedical insurance coverage (health dental vision) with no waiting period for enrollment
oShort and LongTerm disability insurance at no cost to you
oBasic life insurance coverage at no cost to you
o401K plan with 100 employer match up to 4 of income
oEmployee Assistance Program at no cost to you
oFree onsite parking
oSupplemental benefits available for discounted prices (legal services Aflac hospital indemnity
accidental death & dismemberment etc.
Gather Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to age race creed color religion sex national origin ancestry disability status veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information marital status citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal state or local law.
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