Authorization Coordinator III, Home Health

Sutter Health

. Provide medical administration support to providers by obtaining referral or prior authorizations for patients to see specialty providers .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical administration support, including obtaining referrals and prior authorizations, while maintaining knowledge of medical terminology, coding systems, and organizational skills. Proficient in managing interpersonal communications and maintaining composure in challenging situations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Medical Administration SupportReferral Authorization ProcessingKnowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9 CodingMicrosoft Office ProficiencyActive Listening and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical TerminologyCPT CodingHCPCS CodingICD-9 CodingAnatomy KnowledgeReferral ProcessingAuthorization ProcessingOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTelephone Communication SkillsAbility to Exercise DiscretionAbility to Maintain Composure

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Word

Certifications & Qualifications

HS Diploma or GEDValid Driver's License Class C or BDepartment-required Automobile Insurance

Industry Keywords

Managed CareCase ManagementHealthcare Providers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide medical administration support to providers by obtaining referral or prior authorizations for patients to see specialty providers
Complete referrals and/or authorizations accurately and consistently with minimal supervision
Process authorization and referral requests for members in coordination with health plans and contracted providers in Managed Care
Support Case Management staff
Serve as a resource to providers regarding the authorization process
Work a full-time day shift on varied weekdays with rotating weekends

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS Diploma or GED
2 years recent relevant experience
Department-required automobile insurance
Valid Driver's License Class C or B issued by a State Department of Motor Vehicles
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), and International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding
Knowledge of anatomy
Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, or similar programs
Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions
Active listening, interpersonal, and telephone communication skills
Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Total rewards program
Full-time regular employee status