Prior Authorization Specialist - Norfolk, United States - The US Oncology Network

The US Oncology Network

Verified Company

Norfolk, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Overview:

Employment Type :
Full Time

In Office Position

Benefits :
M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays

Norfolk, Virginia

Pay Range:
$20-$25 hourly

JOB SCOPE:
Under general supervision, reviews chemotherapy regimens in accordance to reimbursement guidelines. Obtains necessary pre-certifications and exceptions to ensure no delay in reimbursement of treatments. Research denied services and alternative resources to pay for treatment. Supports and adheres to The US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The US Oncology Network is a thriving organization that fosters forward-thinking, advancement opportunities, and an inspired work environment. We continuously look for top talent who will continue to propel our organization in the right direction and celebrate new successes
Come join our team in the fight against cancer

About US Oncology

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reviews, processes, and audits the medical necessity for each patient chemotherapy treatment and documentation of regimen relative to pathway adherence.
Communicates with nursing and medical staff to inform them of any restrictions or special requirements in accordance with insurance plans.
Provides prompt feedback to physicians and management regarding pathway documentation issues, and payer issues with noncovered chemotherapy drugs.
Updates coding/payer guidelines for clinical staff. Tracks pathways and performs various other business office functions on an as needed basis
Obtains insurance authorization and precertification specifically for chemotherapy services. Works as a patient advocate and functions as a liaison between the patient and payer to answer reimbursement questions and avoid insurance delays.
Research additional or alternative resources for noncovered chemotherapy services to prevent payment denials. Provides a contact list for patient's community resources including special programs, drugs and pharmaceutical supplies and financial resources.
Maintains a good working knowledge of chemotherapy authorization requirements for all payers, State and federal regulatory guidelines for coverage and authorization.
Adheres to confidentiality, state, federal, and HIPPA laws and guidelines with regards to patient's records.
Other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High school degree or equivalent. Associates degree in Healthcare.
Minimum three (3) years medical insurance verification and authorization required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear.

Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Work will involve in-person interaction with co-workers and management and/or clients. Work may require mínimal travel by automobile to office sites.