Richmond University Medical Center

Authorization Coordinator & Billing Coordinator

Richmond University Medical Center  •  United States (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Day Shift - 7.5 Hours (United States of America) The Authorization Coordinator & Patient Navigator is responsible for securing prior authorizations for procedures, medications, and other tests requiring insurance approval while also assisting patients in navigating barriers to care. This role involves coordinating insurance benefits, maintaining records of authorization requests, and providing support to patients to ensure adherence to their care plans.Key Responsibilities:

  • Obtain prior authorizations for procedures, medications, and tests requiring insurance approval.
  • Maintain a database of authorization requests, tracking approvals and denials.
  • Work with patients in the outpatient clinic to identify and address barriers impacting care plan adherence.
  • Provide resources to assist with care coordination, including social services and insurance navigation.
  • Follow up with patients discharged from the Emergency Department or hospital to ensure continuity of care.
  • Complete and transmit required documentation to external care provider and insurance companies.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with patients.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for data analysis and reporting.
  • Ability to work within an electronic medical record (EMR) and hospital clinical information system.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Coding Certificate preferred but not required.

Hours to be discussed at time of interview,Salary Range: $23.00- $28.00 Employment Non-Discrimination: Richmond University Medical Center is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and provides full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and needs including lactation accommodations, physical or mental disability, age, immigration or citizenship status, veteran or active military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Richmond University Medical Center

About Richmond University Medical Center

Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC), an affiliate of The Mount Sinai Hospital and the Icahn School of Medicine, is a 470+ bed healthcare facility and teaching institution serving borough residents as a leader in the areas of acute, medical and surgical care, including emergency care, surgery, minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, gastroenterology, cardiology, pediatrics, podiatry, endocrinology, urology, oncology, orthopedics, neonatal intensive care and maternal health. The medical center earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for quality and patient safety.

RUMC is a Level 1 Trauma Center and a designated Stroke Center, receiving top national recognition from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. The state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization Lab has PCI capabilities for elective and emergent procedures in angioplasty. RUMC maintains a Wound Care/Hyperbaric Center and a Sleep Disorder Center on-site at its main campus. The hospital also offers behavioral health services, encompassing both inpatient and outpatient services for children, adolescents and adults, including emergent inpatient and mobile outreach units. RUMC is the only borough facility that offers inpatient psychiatric services for adolescents.

With over 2,500 employees, RUMC is one of the largest employers on Staten Island. Its main campus is located at 355 Bard Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10310.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Staten Island, New York
Year Founded
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