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Authorization Specialist

  • Syracuse
  • Administrative, Secretarial & Clerical
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Jun 30 2026
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • MedBest
  • Billing Specialist, G3
  • 90298
  • N/A
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Job Summary: Review and maintain EPIC work queues. Communicate with insurance carriers via web, phone, and fax to obtain benefit and authorization requirements. Processing pre-service authorizations for radiology advanced imaging, injectable medication, DME, and surgical procedures. Communicate with physician offices and facilities to notify of authorization status. Must be able to communicate professionally and efficiently via email, Microsoft Teams, and EPIC chat functionalities. Minimum Qualifications:

High School degree or equivalent and two years clerical support in a medical billing setting. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of medical authorization submission preferred.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Message to Applicants:

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays

G3: $17.64 - $28.17

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment  Office: MedBest Medical Management

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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