Job Description
- MUST LIVE WITHIN 50 MILES OF THESE LOCATIONS:*
- Sacramento, CA
- Modesto, CA
- Emeryville, CA Description
- The authorization coordinator position is responsible for verifying patient eligibility, coordinating benefits, ensuring insurance coverage, and determining if prior authorization is needed for orders. If required, obtain authorization for tests, therapies, or referrals to specialists and document in the patient electronic medical record. Facilitate responses to patient and provider inquiries regarding authorizations and referrals within turnaround standards.Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Monitor and resolve referral/authorization orders in Epic in a timely manner.
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of referrals, including CPT, ICD, HCPCS codes, provider, and place of service.
- Verify insurance acceptance by the Foundation for all incoming referrals.
- Obtain additional medical information from providers or office staff as necessary.
- Process referrals according to standard work and health plan requirements.
- Research denials and submit for retro authorizations.
- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in each referral.
- Proactively research and resolve work-related issues. Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00/hr. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation, employee assistance, PTO, and more, subject to eligibility and plan specifics.
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
Anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.
About TEKsystems
TEKsystems is a global leader in technology services, partnering with clients to drive transformation and innovation. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.
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Experience: 3 years required
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