Finance and Authorization Specialist

SUMMARY The primary responsibility of the Finance and Authorization Specialist is to promptly verify patientu2019s insurance, obtain and verify if not provided, provide accurate patient estimate as requested, obtain or verify authorization for the procedures and treatments ordered by the department and ordering providers, and maintain communication to multiple departments with findings and issues. STATUS: Full Time LOCATION: SCHI- Linden Oaks 30 Hagen Drive DEPARTMENT: Billing SCHEDULE: Days, Monday- Friday, 730a-4p with some flexibility ATTRIBUTES u2022 Previous experience with insurance verification and benefit application, familiarity with ICD-10 diagnosis, and procedure codes, and CPT/HCPCS codes. u2022 Proficiency in a variety of computer applications, spreadsheet applications, and common office equipment. u2022 Flexibility and ability to work as a team player u2022 Ability to handle simultaneous tasks paying great attention to detail u2022 Excellent communication skills including both oral and written as well as interpersonal skills. u2022 Excellent problem solving and follow through skills. u2022 Experience using EMR software u2022 Additional basic computer skills required u2022 Excellent customer service and communication skills required. RESPONSIBILITIES u2022 Utilize appropriate insurance verification tools to validate patient insurance eligibility u2022 Generate timely patient estimates through the use of Rochester Regional Health's Estimate Tool u2022 Support internal offices with generating estimates for future services, as requested u2022 Deliver Price Estimates to patients in a courteous and knowledgeable manner u2022 Deliver finalized estimate findings to patient via phone call, email, or MyCare channels u2022 Obtain prior-authorization on both internal and external department orders for procedures/treatments performed in the department; applicable to both new and established patients. u2022 Coordinate with Patient Registration to appropriately and accurately schedule patients in accordance with the provider's orders. u2022 Communicate with other departments to address scheduling or authorization issues u2022 Complete forms and letters to insurance for visit coverage u2022 Monitor daily schedules for add-on appointments, insurance changes, and work accordingly within our policies to verify insurance, process estimates, and/or obtain authorizations. u2022 Monitor pending authorizations and follow due process should it need to be rescheduled u2022 Participate in orientation of new staff u2022 Obtain referrals from payers that require it u2022 Obtain insurance information through various searches when not in the system u2022 Complete other duties as assigned Oncology Specific u2022 Obtain prior-authorization on internal department orders for medications administered at oncology infusion locations; applicable to both new and established patients. u2022 Review Oncology infusion orders for medical necessity per CMS, Manufacturer, or NCCN guidelines. Work with physicians if these specific guidelines are not met by documentation. u2022 Verify authorizations for non-oncology patients for whom we have received medication administration orders. u2022 Communication to Oncology pharmacy of insurer preferred brands for requested products. u2022 Assist with research and resolution of denials as requested. Minimum Qualifications: u2022 2 years related work experience in a healthcare or insurance setting Required Licensure/Certification: None EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employeeu2019s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $18.00 - $25.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14625 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Created: 2025-12-15