Prior Authorization Specialist Job at The Staff Pad, Las Vegas, NM

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  • The Staff Pad
  • Las Vegas, NM

Job Description

The Staff Pad has partnered with a hospital in Las Vegas, New Mexico to find a dedicated Prior Authorization & Denials Coordinator to join their team.

Position Summary

The Prior Authorization & Denials Coordinator is responsible for managing prior authorizations for medical services, procedures, and medications, as well as overseeing denied claims to ensure timely reimbursement. This role serves as a liaison between healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients—helping to ensure that authorization requirements are met and denials are resolved efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Prior Authorizations

  • Obtain prior authorizations for outpatient procedures, diagnostic testing, and specialty medications

  • Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorization requirements for scheduled services

  • Communicate with insurance companies, physician offices, and patients to secure required documentation

  • Track pending authorizations and follow up to ensure timely approvals

Denials Management

  • Review and analyze denied claims to determine root causes and appeal opportunities

  • Prepare and submit appeals with appropriate documentation and clinical justification

  • Collaborate with billing, coding, and clinical teams to gather necessary information for appeals

  • Track status and outcomes of appeals, maintaining organized records

  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient and financial information

Communication & Coordination

  • Provide updates to providers, staff, and patients regarding authorization and denial statuses

  • Educate internal teams on authorization and denial best practices

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for payer-specific policies and insurance guidelines

Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure compliance with payer policies, HIPAA, and regulatory standards

  • Maintain accurate records and logs for audits and quality assurance

  • Generate regular reports on authorization status, denial trends, and appeal outcomes

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare billing, utilization management, or a medical office setting

  • Prior experience with authorization and denial management is strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

  • Knowledge of insurance carriers, medical terminology, and coding (CPT, ICD-10)

  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities

  • Proficient in EHR systems, practice management software, and Microsoft Office

  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Work at office,

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