Prior Authorization and Verification Specilist
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Job Summary
MAIN FUNCTION: The prior authorization specialist is responsible for ensuring that payers are prepared to reimburse Griffin Hospital for scheduled services in accordance with the payer-provider contract. The Authorization Specialist will contact the payers to request service authorization and may collect clinical financial and/or demographic information from patients as needed.
EDUCATION: Associate degree in healthcare or business administration and/or related coursework or comparable experience.
EXPERIENCE: At least 5 years of experience in a healthcare performing related tasks
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Excellent communication and customer service skills. Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare insurance processes. Strong attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and multitask. Proficiency in the use of healthcare information systems preferred.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Key Skills
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- General Counsel
- Affirmative Action Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Microsoft Word
- Visio
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Human Resources
- Document Management
- Workday
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Discover the award-winning, patient-centered care at Griffin Health in New Haven County. Our skilled physicians offer compassionate, state-of-the-art treatments.
