Prior Authorization Representative
Job Description:
- Submit initial and renewal prior authorization requests through payer portals, phone, fax, or other approved methods
- Track open requests and follow up on time to help reduce delays in care
- Review information for accuracy and completeness before sending requests to insurance plans
- Work with clinicians and internal teams to gather documents needed to support authorization requests
- Share clear updates with patients, prescribers, and team members about approvals, denials, or next steps
- Respond to email, chat, and other requests in a timely and professional way
- Manage daily tasks and priorities while meeting team quality and productivity goals
- Keep patient information private and document work accurately
- Support CarepathRx within Evernorth Health Services’ Pharmacy and Care Delivery organization, focused on specialty pharmacy and infusion services in partnership with hospitals and health systems
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service, administrative support, healthcare support, insurance, call center, data entry, or a related role
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology
- Comfort using computers and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized while managing multiple tasks
- Customer-focused mindset and ability to work well with patients, providers, and internal teams
- Ability to handle confidential patient information with care
- If working from home, cable broadband or fiber optic internet service with at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload
Benefits:
- Annual bonus plan eligibility
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits starting on day one
- Well-being and behavioral health programs
- 401(k)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
- Paid holidays
- Leaves of absence
- Tobacco-free policy
- Reasonable accommodation support for the online application process