Experienced Regional Referral and Prior Authorization Specialist with over 10 years of expertise in managing and streamlining authorization and referral processes across multiple states, including collaboration with the VA Administration. Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to patient advocacy, coupled with a track record of providing training and support dedicated to maintaining high standards of regulatory compliance, and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Oversaw the data entry and completion of referral forms/notifications. Obtained insurance pre-authorization for patients and re-authorization of additional treatment. Ensured that insurance carrier documentation requirements are met, and referral support documentation is filed in the patient's medical record.
Efficiently managed correspondence with patients, physicians, specialists, and insurance companies. Ensured practitioners are following standardized guidelines as recommended by evidence-based medicine.
Worked in collaboration with Patient Financial Services to improve the Revenue Cycle process. Continually improved work processes to enhance service and customer relations.
Education
NCMA AND RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY - MEDICAL ASSISTING AND RADIOLOGICAL TECHNICAN
Concorde Career College
Portland, OR
05-2010
Skills
Practitioner order verification
Patient confidentiality compliance
Proficiency in MS OFFICE APPLICATIONS
Critical thinking
Clinical documentation improvement
Medical terminology
Process improvement strategies
Retro-authorizations
CPT coding
Medical terminology knowledge
Professionalism and ethics
Electronic health records proficiency
HIPAA compliance
Physician order verification
Precertification requirements
Benefit coverage
Medical appeals handling
Prior authorization process
Patient referrals
Authorizations
Workflow management
Insurance procedures
ICD-10 coding
Knowledgeable in EPIC
Certification
NCMA
X-RAY TECHNICIAN
Timeline
Referral/Prior Authorization Specialist
PeaceHealth Medical Group
05.2024 - 09.2024
NCMA AND RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY - MEDICAL ASSISTING AND RADIOLOGICAL TECHNICAN