About the Role:
Next Generation Orthopedic and Spine Institute in Spring, TX is looking for a detail-oriented Surgery Scheduler & Pre-Authorization Specialist to join our dynamic team. This is a critical role that keeps our surgical operations running smoothly while ensuring patients receive timely, seamless care. If you thrive in a fast-paced medical environment and love making a real difference in patients' lives, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and schedule surgical procedures with hospitals, surgical centers, and surgical teams
- Obtain prior authorizations and pre-certifications from insurance carriers for surgical procedures
- Verify patient insurance benefits and eligibility prior to scheduled procedures
- Communicate surgery details, pre-op instructions, and scheduling updates to patients and clinical staff
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date surgical scheduling records in the EMR system
- Follow up on pending authorizations and appeals to minimize delays in patient care
- Collaborate with surgeons, medical assistants, and billing teams to ensure proper documentation and coding
Requirements:
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in surgical scheduling and/or insurance prior authorizations
- Strong knowledge of orthopedic and/or spine surgical procedures and terminology preferred
- Experience working with major insurance carriers and authorization portals
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and medical scheduling software
- Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and provider interactions
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical environment
About Us:
Next Generation Orthopedic and Spine Institute is a leading specialty practice in Spring, TX dedicated to delivering cutting-edge orthopedic and spine care to our community. Our patients trust us for our expertise, compassionate approach, and commitment to getting them back to living their best lives. We foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where every team member plays a vital role in transforming patient outcomes.
Our History
Next Generation Orthopedic and Spine Institute (NXGOSI) is an orthopedic practice established in 2014 by Dr. Anthony Owusu who has performed hundreds of spinal procedures and has published and presented industry-leading research in spine surgery. Dr. James Carson, a highly sought-after orthopedic surgeon, joined the practice in 2022, greatly expanding the range of services offered to patients. Our services revolve around the treatment of pain associated with the back, neck, hips, knees, shoulders, and anywhere in between. This includes the bones, joints, ligaments, nerves, and tendons. We offer in-house injections, referrals for conservative care, and surgeries. Our team is in the process of adding physical therapy to our list of services.Our Mission Statement
Next Generation Orthopedic and Spine Institute is committed to upholding the highest standards of patient care and ensuring greater mobility with the ultimate goal of improving quality of life.
Our Vision Statement
Next Generation Orthopedic and Spine Institute’s vision is to become the leading provider of orthopedic services in Texas, recognized for our dedication to high-quality patient care.