Authorization Specialist

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Authorization Specialist for an opportunity in Remote CST!

Position Title: Authorization Specialist

Location: Remote CST

Anticipated Start Date: 9/30/2024

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 4+ Months of contract with possible extension

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>%3D30 HRS WEEKLY)], [CONTRACT], [Remote]

Pay Range: $15 - $17/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

• Authorization Specialist
• Data entry

Job Description:

Position Title: Authorization Specialist (Remote Work)

Location: REMOTE - CST

Anticipated Start Date 9/30

Expected Duration: 4 months

Job Type: Contract with Possible Extension

Shift: 12:00pm-8:30pm CST. Monday - Friday

Pay Rate: $17.00/hr on W2

Need: Typing Test with score card is Required. Typing Speed (60-70) WPM

Job Description:

Position Purpose:

Supports the prior authorization request to ensure all authorization requests are addressed properly and in the contractual timeline. Aids utilization management team to document authorization requests and obtain accurate and timely documentation for services related to the members healthcare eligibility and access.

Data entry - the claim forms are submitted via fax, goes into system to become electronic. Pulling information off claim form and submitting position into database.

Submitting member data into database.

Team process 15,000 - 20,000 claims per day

(1) claim to upload takes 30 - 60 seconds

Receive faxes, triage them, then verify/enter the data present on the forms

Supporting intake department to streamline the intake process

Candidate needs to be comfortable typing fast and inputting data throughout the day

Accurately entering claim information on source documents

Corrects entries were indicated

Describe the performance expectations/metrics for this individual and their team:

Monthly goal that will need to be met (Monthly goal 98%)

All new hires are placed on a 90 day ramp up period where they are not required to meet this goal until they have established training and understanding of role.

Quality standards 98%) - no ramp up on quality standard.

Internal SLA - each claim form must be completed and uploaded within 2 hours of receipt.

Team will process between 13,000-25,000 faxes per day with a quick turnaround time of two hours

Fast paced data entry required to hit production percentage goals

Required Skills/Experience:

Data Entry - typing all day long (8 hours)

60-70 WPM

Preferred Skills/ Experience:

Please ensure that a typing test is completed, and the results are either added to top of resume

Medical background

Education/Experience:

Requires a High School diploma or GED

Entry-level position typically requiring little or no previous experience.

Software Skills Required:

Data entry - no coding needed

Understanding of medical terminology and insurance preferred.

Supports authorization requests for services in accordance with the insurance prior authorization list

Responsibilities:

Supports and performs data entry to maintain and update authorization requests into utilization management system

Assists utilization management team with ongoing tracking and appropriate documentation on authorizations and referrals in accordance with policies and guidelines

Contributes to the authorization review process by documenting necessary medical information such as history, diagnosis, and prognosis based on the referral to the clinical reviewer for determination

Remains up to date on healthcare, authorization processes, policies and procedures

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

[Data entry, Authorization]

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 228592 when responding to this ad.