Palmdale, CA · On-site
$17.75 - $23.75/hr
An authorization specialist usually works for a company that deals with insurance claims, such as a hospital, automotive shop, or private medical practice. The authorization specialist will take ...
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$17.75 - $23.75/hr
An authorization specialist usually works for a company that deals with insurance claims, such as a hospital, automotive shop, or private medical practice. The authorization specialist will take ...
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$21 - $23/hr
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Authorization Specialist Pay: $21 - $23 per hour Hours: Monday-Friday, flexible start time between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Start Date: ASAP Looking for a rewarding career with work-life balance? Join ...
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$21 - $23/hr
Medical
PTO
Authorization Specialist Pay: $21 - $23 per hour Hours: Monday-Friday, flexible start time between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Start Date: ASAP Looking for a rewarding career with work-life balance? Join ...
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
Concord, NH · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
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Concord, NH · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
Irvine, CA · On-site
$23 - $25.90/hr
The Authorization Specialist is responsible for obtaining timely insurance authorizations and ensuring patients receive medically necessary infusion therapies without unnecessary delays. As a ...
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Irvine, CA · On-site
$23 - $25.90/hr
The Authorization Specialist is responsible for obtaining timely insurance authorizations and ensuring patients receive medically necessary infusion therapies without unnecessary delays. As a ...
Woburn, MA · On-site
$19.75 - $26.25/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
Woburn, MA · On-site
$19.75 - $26.25/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
Canton, MA · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
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Canton, MA · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
Irvine, CA · On-site
$23 - $25.90/hr
The Authorization Specialist is responsible for obtaining timely insurance authorizations and ensuring patients receive medically necessary infusion therapies without unnecessary delays. As a ...
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Irvine, CA · On-site
$23 - $25.90/hr
The Authorization Specialist is responsible for obtaining timely insurance authorizations and ensuring patients receive medically necessary infusion therapies without unnecessary delays. As a ...
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Life
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
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Remote Authorization Specialist New England Life Care (NELC) is one of the fastest growing home infusion therapy companies in New England and is the region's only non-profit home infusion provider.
Scarborough, ME · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
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Scarborough, ME · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
Woburn, MA · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
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Woburn, MA · On-site
$21 - $22/hr
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The authorization specialist works closely with the clinical review department to obtain documentation needed to complete the authorization process. The authorization specialist also obtains needed ...
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
Authorization Specialist Department: Revenue Cycle Management Location: Carolina Oncology Specialists-Remote Reports To: Authorization Manager Position Summary The Authorization Specialist is ...
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
Authorization Specialist Department: Revenue Cycle Management Location: Carolina Oncology Specialists-Remote Reports To: Authorization Manager Position Summary The Authorization Specialist is ...
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$16.50 - $22/hr
Medical
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Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic Authorization Specialist Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic Authorization Specialist in Amarillo, TX. Thrive in a people-first environment ...
Amarillo, TX · On-site
$16.50 - $22/hr
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Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic Authorization Specialist Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic Authorization Specialist in Amarillo, TX. Thrive in a people-first environment ...
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Sierra Vista, AZ · On-site
$17/hr
Part-Time Authorization Specialist Cochise Sleep Center - Sierra Vista, AZ Cochise Sleep Center is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Part-Time Authorization Specialist to join our team.
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Sierra Vista, AZ · On-site
$17/hr
Part-Time Authorization Specialist Cochise Sleep Center - Sierra Vista, AZ Cochise Sleep Center is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Part-Time Authorization Specialist to join our team.
$13.70 - $15.38
6% of jobs
$15.38 - $17.07
14% of jobs
$17.49 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.07 - $18.75
20% of jobs
The median wage is $19.69 / hr.
$18.75 - $20.43
18% of jobs
$20.43 - $22.12
16% of jobs
$22.31 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$22.12 - $23.80
12% of jobs
$23.80 - $25.48
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$25.48 - $27.16
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An authorization specialist reviews insurance information and determines if any authorization or official confirmation is necessary before providing the services. The job title typically refers to specialists who review medical or hospital insurance information, but it may also apply to people determining authorization for automotive services. As an authorization specialist, you also perform prior authorization responsibilities, which entail determining if the insurance company even covers a given procedure or service. Your duties are to compile paperwork related to the patient or customer, assess their eligibility for particular services, communicate with the insurance provider, and track the progress of a case.
| Aspect | Authorization Specialist | Medical Billing Specialist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires certification in medical billing or coding, such as CPC or CCS | Often holds certifications like CPC, CCS, or CPC-H |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, healthcare providers | Medical offices, billing companies, healthcare organizations |
| Primary Responsibilities | Securing prior authorizations, verifying insurance coverage | Processing claims, coding, and billing patients or insurers |
Authorization Specialists focus on obtaining approvals for treatments and verifying insurance coverage, while Medical Billing Specialists handle claims processing and coding. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in healthcare settings, but their core duties differ in the patient authorization versus billing process.
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$17.75 - $23.75/hr
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An authorization specialist usually works for a company that deals with insurance claims, such as a hospital, automotive shop, or private medical practice. The authorization specialist will take insurance information from clients and will determine if authorization is necessary for the services that are needed.
The specialist may also collect any copay that is due from the patient, or he she may make payment arrangements. Then the authorization specialist will gather all the necessary paperwork and will contact the insurance company involved. This contact may be made by phone, mail, or electronic communications, so it is important to be proficient in all of these modes. Customer service skills are also essential. Sometimes, preauthorization of services may be carried out, in order to make sure that the services that the client needs are covered under the insurance policy. It is also important to have strong knowledge of what the organization offers, so that questions from the client can be answered in an accurate and knowledgeable manner. When working in the medical field, some jobs will require the authorization specialist to be proficient with medical coding, such as CPT and ICD-9. Strong computer skills are usually required for this job.
Data entry skills and strong typing skills may be needed. Some filing and other organization duties may be carried out by the specialist. In some cases, the authorization specialist will also have front desk duties, such as greeting clients, answering the phone, and scheduling appointments. Some employers may prefer candidates who have bachelor's degrees in business or a related field.
MUST HAVE at least 2 years experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES • Interview and assist patients with authorization documents, as appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate logs or reports according to professional, state and federal requirements.
• Monitor and track patient authorizations, informing supervisor of any expired dates.
• Ensure payment for services by verifying benefits with insurance provider.
• Obtain, review and input insurance authorization and referrals prior to patient services.
