Authorization Representative

University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority

Job Location:

Middleton, ID - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Work Schedule:
This is a full time 1.0 FTE position. This position is hybrid and training is required onsite at 7974 UW Health Middleton WI. Training can last up to 6 weeks and is scheduled from 7:30-4pm Monday Friday each week. Once fully trained the selected individual will transition to a primarily remote role and will be scheduled Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

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We are seeking an Authorization Representative to:

Obtain prior authorization from payers for inpatient and outpatient services provided by UW Health.
Demonstrate skilled communication and troubleshooting techniques as well as excellent customer service skills.
Anticipate and respond to a wide variety of issues/concerns and the ability to execute tasks efficiently and effectively.

At UW Health you will have:

An excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance paid time off retirement plans two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional financial and physical well-being.
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends former colleagues or others to apply for open posted positions.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent Required
Associates Degree in Business Finance Health Information Management or a related field Preferred

Work Experience

1 year of experience in healthcare business finance or insurance related field Required
1 year of experience in Healthcare Revenue Cycle that includes prior authorization Preferred
Knowledge of CPT and ICD coding highly desired Preferred
Knowledge of Medicare and third-party payer regulations and guidelines highly desired Preferred
Knowledge of Epic Software use of Rfax and Calabrio Call System Preferred
Experience with payment collections Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.

Job Description

UW Medical Foundation benefits

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

DescriptionWork Schedule:This is a full time 1.0 FTE position. This position is hybrid and training is required onsite at 7974 UW Health Middleton WI. Training can last up to 6 weeks and is scheduled from 7:30-4pm Monday Friday each week. Once fully trained the selected individual will transition...