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Verified Pay check_circle 23USD - 28USD per year
Hours Full-time
Location Modesto, CA 95355
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Job Description

Job Description

The role of the Authorization Coordinator is to execute all aspects of the auth process promptly, efficiently and accurately. 


What you will do:

  • Anticipate our customer needs: Understand the wants and needs of customers, listen for cues and identify how to respond and what level of intervention they need. 
  • Communicate effectively and interact with the provider group and health plans daily or as indicated regarding UM and referral authorization issues.
  • Fax or call-in prior authorizations requests.
  • Process requests that are approved,denied or deferred and bring them to resolution.
  • Responsible for deferred authorization maintenance, tracking and follow up. 
  • Returns phone calls to customers and follows up with requests. 
  • Maintain all reference material that is provided by the supervisor,manager,or director.  
  • Maintain patient confidentiality so that HIPAA compliance is always observed. 
  • Demonstrates honesty and integrity in everyday activities.
  • Recognizes when an error has been made and immediately reports to the appropriate manager.
  • Assists other staff and supports the team approach. 


Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to type 45+wpm
  • Proficient in Windows XP, Microsoft word, and Outlook
  • Ability to multi task and follow directives
  • Excellent with time management
  • Demonstrate professionalism in tasks and daily interactions with others
  • Efficient with time management 
  • Prior experience working in a medical setting

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Posting ID: 1293076970 Posted: 2026-09-05 Job Title: Rehabilitation Services Authorization Coordinator