Referral/Authorization Coordinator

Company: Millennium Physician Group
Location: North Fort Myers
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Millennium Physician Group seeks to hire a full-time / Insurance Referral/Authorization Coordinator to join our Referral and Authorization team in the North Fort Myers, FL area. We are looking for a new team member who is positive, energetic and loves patient interaction over the phone. We want someone who supports our top initiative of ensuring an excellent patient experience! The ideal candidate will have experience in customer service, multi-tasking, and strong computer and phone skills.

The Insurance Referral Authorization Coordinator will assure that all referrals and/or are managed effectively and efficiently for all contracted insurances and organizations. It requires obtaining referrals utilizing the available tools and resources and effectively documenting and communicating to providers in a timely manner through the EMR system. This job requires the application and interpretation of policies and procedures and the use of independent judgment in a medical setting. The individual must possess the ability to maintain a working knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.

This position earns competitive compensation plus a full benefits package, including 401(k) with match and 3 weeks of PTO! We also offer growth opportunities and a great team atmosphere that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver service and take ownership of outcomes in providing quality service and support.

Required Knowledge and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1+ years of customer service/call center experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Medical Insurance background preferred; bilingual a plus.

Required Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong computer skills and knowledge of EMR systems; Athena knowledge is preferred but not required. Ability to type 40 wpm; Ability to multi-task in a high call volume setting; Experience working in a fast-paced environment. The environment is a call center setting where the associate is sitting at a desk, taking inbound phone calls for approximately 8 hours per day; working with a headset, phone, and computer

Please review the full job description for more details about this exciting opportunity.

ABOUT MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP

Formed in 2008, Millennium Physician Group has grown into one of the largest comprehensive primary care practices with more than 400 health care providers located throughout Florida. With corporate headquarters in Fort Myers, Florida, Millennium Physician Group consists of primary care offices, Imaging Centers, Lab Services, Physical Therapy, and Wellness Programs. We also have a number of administrative departments supporting our medical offices, such as Quality Assurance, ACO, Business Services, Coding ACO, IT, Human Resources, and more.

If you are interested in joining an organization that emphasizes teamwork and family, then Millennium Physician Group is the right choice.

Millennium's core values summarize how we treat others, patients, and fellow community members. Millennium CARES for every patient every time.

Millennium Physician Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Additionally, Millennium is proud to join the nearly 3,000 health system and physician groups who have gone completely Tobacco Free.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR REFERRAL AND AUTHORIZATION TEAM? If you are the right candidate for this position, please click the link to apply today. We look forward to meeting you!

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