Pre Authorization Specialist I at Boston Scientific Corporation Malaysia

Santa Clarita, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Benefit Verification, Pre-Surgical Authorization, Appeals, Payer Denials, Microsoft Office, Database Management, Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork, Process Improvements, Case Handling, Health Care Professional Relations, Sales Support, Metric Standards, Complicated Cases Coordination

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Answers incoming calls received through the toll free Pre-Authorization Support ACD and provides appropriate call/case handling Performs benefit verification, pre-surgical authorization for new pre-surgical cases, and appeals by working closely with all payers Review and understand payer denials, determining appropriate next step according to payer appeal guidelines and internal BSC process. Utilizes proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office and database management to document case status, actions, and outcome Communicates and builds relationships with HCP offices and sales representatives in regards to all inquiries for the handling of cases, i.e., missing case information, benefits etc. Notifies the appropriate internal departments based on receipt of information that department needs to be aware of including complaint handling/adverse event notifications Utilizes customer service skills in engaging with customers, communicating with sales representatives, and working in teams in a call center environment to expedite processing of cases Maintains current metric standards Provides competitive levels of support to the functions of the internal team, Health Care Professional offices, and BSC sales representatives Suggests continuous process improvements Coordinates with lead and supervisor with regard to complicated cases High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum 2-years authorizing medical procedures/surgeries with commercial, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and worker's comp payers. (pain management/spine preferred) Minimum 1-year claim appeal experience (preferred). Secure home office space with ability to protect HIPAA sensitive materials. Designated workspace that is free from distractions. Home office desk, and chair. Reliable high-speed internet connection

Responsibilities

The Pre Authorization Specialist I handles incoming calls for pre-authorization support, performs benefit verification, and manages pre-surgical authorizations and appeals. They communicate with healthcare professionals and sales representatives to ensure efficient case handling and maintain metric standards.