Joseph Spine Institute

General

• Obtain authorizations for in-patient, out-patient, in-office, physical therapy, and injection services
• Enter complete and accurate data into required software
• Update patient referrals and authorization information in the Practice Management software system
• Track all authorizations and obtain Letters of Protection on accident-related cases
• Assist with assigning correct CPT codes for authorizations on hospital surgeries
• Provide technical guidance to physicians and billing staff to identify and resolve issues or errors
• Address incomplete or missing records and documentation, ambiguous or nonspecific documentation, and codes that do not conform to approved coding principles/guidelines
• Collaborate with Surgical Coordinators to ensure authorization timelines are met
• Perform other duties as assigned

Authorizations Coordinator – Trains Onsite

• Securely and efficiently assemble confidential Protected Health Information (PHI) into electronic medical charts
• Gather requested records for legal matters
• Collect and handle confidential patient health information, including exam results, lab reports, treatment plans, DWC-25, Home Health, Physical Therapy, and related data
• Prepare billing ledgers for incoming records requests
• Review gathered information for completeness and accuracy
• Prepare documents and schedule Independent Medical Exams (IMEs) and depositions
• Coordinate with physicians, clinical staff, nurse case managers, and attorneys
• Provide medical records for legal actions while following patient consent and confidentiality protocols
• Maintain accurate accounting and billing for prepared and released medical records
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality practices
• Perform other administrative duties as directed or assigned

Authorizations Coordinator – Trains Onsite

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