Prior Authorization Rep I

DetailsOpen Date 11/08/2024Requisition Number PRN40292BJob Title Prior Authorization Representative IWorking Title Prior Authorization Rep IJob Grade UGRFLSA Code NonexemptPatient Sensitive Job Code? NoStandard Hours per Week 40Full Time or Part Time? Full TimeShift DayWork Schedule SummaryM-F ; 8 hours between 6am-5:30pm Mountain TimeVP Area U of U Health - AcademicsDepartment 00209 - Univ Medical Billing - OperLocation OtherCity OtherType of Recruitment External PostingPay Rate Range $20.00 – $24.00 per hourClose Date 01/08/2025Job SummaryUniversity Medical Billing ( UMB ) is a fully remote department that is viewed as the premier billing office for the University of Utah School of Medicine, serving over 1,800 providers and 30 different specialties across Utah and surrounding states. We strive to be a great place to work while providing the best service to our customers. Our leaders and employees value collaboration, innovation, and accountability – attributes a successful candidate will exemplify.The Prior Authorization Representative I is responsible to secure outpatient and inpatient accounts by performing insurance verification, obtain benefit information, calculating patient estimates and obtain prior authorization before services are rendered. This position work with physicians, nurses, clinic managers, and financial advocates to resolve issues that arise during the prior authorization process.Compensation & BenefitsThe starting salary for this position is $20-$24 per hour, depending on experience. Members of UMB are eligible for a bonus based on department performance. All team members are eligible for the University’s comprehensive benefit package that includes 90% employer- paid medical insurance, a generous 14.2% retirement contribution, reduced tuition, PTO and holiday pay, and more!Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and the adherence to departmental policies, including UMB’s Telecommuting Agreement which requires a distraction-free and HIPAA compliant workplace, cameras on for all virtual calls/meetings, and the ability to work during office hours or assigned shift (M-F, approximately 8am to 5pm Mountain Time) regardless of what time zone you live in. Additionally, new hires are required to provide their own monitors (two) and reliable internet service.ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:

Contacting insurances (by phone, e-mail and regular mail) for eligibility, benefits, network status and authorization, documenting information.

Reviews and summarizes pre-authorization criteria for medical necessity to aid departments with procedure scheduling and/or financial advocate needs.

Familiarity with contracts, payer guidelines, and resources to determine appropriate coverage and eligibility.

Acts as a liaison between the payer and clinic schedulers/medical support staff

Maintaining email resource and internal log and working closely with supervisors and managers.

Update patient registration with insurance information.

Follows up on delayed or denied authorization requests and escalates for resolution.

Creates detailed documentation and maintains/stores the authorization paper trail.

May work to resolve claims denials related to the prior authorization.

Meets productivity and accuracy expectations of the position.

Overtime may be required.

Other duties may be required.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Minimum QualificationsRequiredTwo years of experience in a health care financial setting, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).PreferredPrevious experience with medical insurance and prior-authorizations.ICD / CPT coding experience.Outpatient or Radiology prior authorizations experience.PreferencesPreferences

Previous experience with medical insurance and prior-authorizations.

ICD / CPT coding experience.

Outpatient or Radiology prior authorizations experience.

Experience with insurance reimbursement and understanding of policies and benefit information, and the ability to give this information to patients, physicians and office staff.

Customer Service experience.

Basic knowledge of computers

Basic Excel and word processing skills.

Effective verbal and written communication and human relation skills required.

Familiarity with government or commercial billing requirements.

Basic knowledge of insurance.

DisclaimerThis job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It’s not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Type Benefited StaffSpecial Instructions SummaryWhile UMB is a remote department and this role will be performed remotely, interested applicants should note the following:

This role is expected to work during UMB office hours which are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm Mountain Time.

The University of Utah is committed to providing jobs to individuals located in Utah, and sees remote roles like this as an opportunity to provide amazing employment opportunities to those living in remote areas of the state. As such, Utah-based applicants may be prioritized in the screening process.

At this time, the University of Utah is unable to employ individuals living in California, Colorado, New York, Oregon, or Washington.

Additional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.eduhttps://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.