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Remote Prior Authorization Representative Express Scripts Jobs in Virginia

Sentara Healthcare

Authorization Coordinator II

Norfolk, VA · On-site +1

$18 - $22.25/hr

Request and secure prior authorizations for procedures, diagnostic testing, hospital admissions ... Position is available as Remote (SWS State Eligible) Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho ...

Sentara Healthcare

Authorization Coordinator II

Norfolk, VA · On-site +1

$18 - $22.25/hr

Request and secure prior authorizations for procedures, diagnostic testing, hospital admissions ... Position is available as Remote (SWS State Eligible) Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho ...

InsuraTec

Sales Representative (Remote)

Salem, VA · Remote

We're looking for driven individuals to join our team as Sales Representatives in a fully remote ... No prior experience needed; we offer full training. * Self-Motivated : Must be highly driven and ...

InsuraTec

Sales Representative (Remote)

Dale City, VA · Remote

We're looking for driven individuals to join our team as Sales Representatives in a fully remote ... No prior experience needed; we offer full training. * Self-Motivated : Must be highly driven and ...

InsuraTec

Sales Representative (Remote)

Leesburg, VA · Remote

We're looking for driven individuals to join our team as Sales Representatives in a fully remote ... No prior experience needed; we offer full training. * Self-Motivated : Must be highly driven and ...

InsuraTec

Sales Representative (Remote)

Henrico, VA · Remote

We're looking for driven individuals to join our team as Sales Representatives in a fully remote ... No prior experience needed; we offer full training. * Self-Motivated : Must be highly driven and ...

InsuraTec

Sales Representative (Remote)

Fairfax, VA · Remote

We're looking for driven individuals to join our team as Sales Representatives in a fully remote ... No prior experience needed; we offer full training. * Self-Motivated : Must be highly driven and ...

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What is the difference between Remote Prior Authorization Representative Express Scripts vs Remote Claims Processor?

AspectRemote Prior Authorization Representative Express ScriptsRemote Claims Processor
CredentialsHigh school diploma, healthcare certifications often preferredHigh school diploma, healthcare or insurance certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, healthcare insurance settingRemote, insurance claims processing environment
Employer & IndustryExpress Scripts, healthcare/pharmacy industryVarious insurance companies, healthcare industry
Primary ResponsibilitiesReview and approve prior authorization requestsReview and process insurance claims

The Remote Prior Authorization Representative at Express Scripts focuses on evaluating and approving prior authorization requests for medications, ensuring timely patient access. In contrast, a Remote Claims Processor handles the review and processing of insurance claims after services are rendered. While both roles require healthcare knowledge and remote work skills, their core functions differ in the stages of the insurance process they manage.

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Pharmacy Prior Authorization Coordinator I

Pharmacy Prior Authorization Coordinator I

Sentara Healthcare

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site, Remote

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Sentara Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 392 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

449th of 886 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State
Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
First (Days)
Overview:
Sentara Health Plans is looking to hire Pharmacy Prior Authorization Coordinator 1:
This is a remote position: Remote opportunities available in the following states: Virginia, North Carolina, Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington (state), West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Shift: Monday- Friday from 8:00am to 8:00pm and must be flexible to work on weekends.
The Pharmacy Prior Authorization Coordinator I is responsible for delivering high-quality customer service by answering and managing calls from members, provider offices, and pharmacies. This role supports the processing of prior authorization (PA) requests for pharmacy benefit medications, ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulatory and clinical guidelines, and alignment with client performance standards. The Coordinator I works under general supervision, using established protocols and systems to support timely, efficient, and accurate PA determinations.
This role uses various business systems and tools to retrieve information, analyze requests, and enter prior authorization data required for claims adjudication. The Coordinator I applies reasoning skills to identify incomplete information and determine appropriate actions based on client-specific criteria and clinical protocols (e.g., approve, pend, refer for clinical decision). The position interacts regularly with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery. Work is performed under general supervision, with reliance on documented procedures, training, and prior experience to guide day-to-day activities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Verify member insurance eligibility and pharmacy benefit coverage.

  • Communicate with members and providers regarding basic pharmacy inquiries and PA status.

  • Accurately enter and process prior authorization (PA) requests into the system, prioritizing appropriately.

  • Ensure PA requests are processed and finalized within required turnaround times (TAT) and client Performance Guarantees (PGs), using provided clinical guidelines.

  • Review medication history and assess for formulary alternatives and "tried and failed" drugs.

  • Document all relevant PA information clearly and accurately, including approval or denial rationale.

  • Send PA status updates to providers and pharmacies via fax or other required methods.

  • Adhere to defined roles and responsibilities related to clinical decision-making boundaries.

  • Meet or exceed productivity and accuracy targets for PA processing.

  • Coordinate with members, providers, and pharmacies to obtain missing information or clarification.

  • Make outbound calls to gather additional information or respond to inquiries related to PAs, clinical programs, or claim adjudication.

  • Collaborate with Pharmacy Concierge teams to resolve questions or issues related to PA processing or pharmacy benefits.

  • Maintain strict confidentiality and security of all member and PA-related data, following applicable protocols for data handling and storage.

  • In addition to the above responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Education
  • High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred.

Experience
  • 1 year healthcare experience required.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is: 19.04/HR - 31.73/HR. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - 10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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