Authorization Coordinator, Insurance Services

Community Health System

Fresno, California

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Demographics, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Health Insurance, Health Maintenance Organization (HMO), Health Plan, Insurance, Medical Office, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality of Care, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Scholarship, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement, Utilization Management, Verification Plans, Word Processing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Fresno, California
POSTED
2 days ago
Overview:

Opportunities for you! 

  • Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek 
  • Free Continuing Education and certification  
  • Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships 
  • Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority 
  • Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions 
  • Free parking and electric charging 

 

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. 

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page. 

Responsibilities:
The Authorization Coordinator is responsible for researching, verifying, and reviewing members' eligibility for all prior authorization (PA) requests received in the Utilization Management (UM) department. Uploads member demographics, processes prior and auto authorizations, follows up with providers for additional information, and redirects out of network requests. Facilitates the PA process as well as communicates authorization status to physician's office and members. Ensures that services are provided in a timely and cost-effective manner per UM policy and procedure.
 

Essential Accountabilities

Reflects the job's main responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties performed; therefore, its content does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to individuals in this job.

  • Researches and processes prior authorization requests.

  • Verifies eligibility and benefits of members.

  • Performs data entry, prioritizes, and processes auto authorizations.

  • Monitors and follows-up on open or pended authorizations.

  • Enters demographic information into the system and updates information.

  • Prepares and maintains logs and reports.

  • Responds to and processes urgent/stat authorization requests.

  • Maintains confidentiality and discretion in use of member information.

  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of HMO commercial line of business.

  • Knowledge of HMO prior authorization requests, referral process, eligibility verification, and health plan benefits.

  • Ability to operate office equipment (e.g., telephone, fax, computer, scanner, etc.).

  • Skills in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.

  • Thorough and prompt follow-up up to resolution.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with proper use of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

  • Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.

  • Ability to multi-task, work with frequent interruptions, and meet deadlines.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

  • Detailed and goal oriented.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Qualifications:
Education:
  • High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
 
Experience: 
  • 1 year of customer service or related experience required
  • Word processing and strong computer literacy (proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel) required
  • Knowledge of HMO Commercial insurance
  • Experience in a Health Plan, IPA, or TPA environment preferred
  • Medical terminology and various health insurance products and requirements preferred
  • Experience with QNXT systems (not required to be an expert, but knowledge of the system/process is a plus). 
  • Prior experience handling prior authorization and the referral process. 
Disclaimers:

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.

About the Company

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Community Health System

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Inland Empire Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).

As such, services are offered to the neediest in each community - the un-insured and under-insured, the working poor, those with limited ability to pay, the homeless, and the indigent. Services are provided at discounted (sliding fee scale) rates for those who qualify based on gross annual income and family size.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
http://www.chs.net/