Referral & Authorization Care Coordinator

Remote

Reports To: Manager, Care Operations
Locations Hiring From: Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Louisiana, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia ONLY.
Must currently reside and plan on residing in the entire employment.
Schedule: Monday
- Friday 12-8pm EST and Monday
- Friday 9-5pm EST
Employment Type: Full-Time

As our Care Coordinator specializing in Prior Authorizations & Referrals, you will manage back-office responsibilities including referral management, prior authorizations, specialty pharmacy & infusions, and medical records to help deliver and implement clinical strategies and support member care coordination in collaboration with a multidisciplinary clinical team. You will use a high level of attention to detail, organization, and communication skills to obtain, manage, and follow up on member referrals and prior authorizations to ensure key care plan goals are met.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of care providers (including NPs, RDs, Behavioral Health Providers) to provide a whole-person approach to member care.
• Coordinate, track, and communicate patient referrals, prior authorizations, and medical records to promote team awareness and patient safety.
• Provide complete and accurate registration of referrals and authorizations, including patient demographics, insurance information, and clinical documentation to external providers and specialty pharmacies.
• Offer proficient knowledge of referrals, insurance requirements, and the prior authorization process to internal and external resources, eliminating barriers to care and following up on progress toward key goals.
• Apply knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes to obtain authorizations in a timely manner while demonstrating understanding of payer medical policy guidelines.
• Initiate appeals for denied authorizations and maintain close follow-up to ensure positive member outcomes.
• Engage in external coordination of pharmacy support services to ensure members receive all necessary support throughout the prior authorization process.
• Assist members in accessing services, providing personalized customer service while maintaining close communication with the care coordination team.
• Manage key reports and track relevant data to identify successes and drive refinements in operational processes.

• Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare administration or equivalent course work
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience in healthcare coordination, care, or case management within a
  remote digital healthcare space
• Completed degree in a health and science related field (biology, psychology, health science, nutrition, nursing, etc.).
• Fluent in healthcare terminology with a working understanding of clinical concepts.
• Background knowledge navigating health insurance plans and coverage, with ability to provide benefits breakdown analysis to consumers.
• Comfortable and competent with common administrative technologies (Zoom, Slack, Office or equivalent), charting electronically in EMR/EHR systems

• Experience working in telehealth or a digital health environment.
• Strong critical thinking skills with ability to triage accurately and elevate appropriately.
• Experience in a high-growth startup or mission-driven healthcare organization.
• Salary Range: $47,000 – $52,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Health Benefits: Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Time Off: Unlimited PTO + 11 paid company holidays
• Retirement: Eligibility to contribute to 401(k)
• Work Style: Remote-first — work from home anywhere within our approved states
• Growth: Tailored professional development opportunities as we scale
• Life Concierge: Access to Overalls, because we know life happens

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