Authorization Coordinator III

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Sacramento, CA, USA
In-Office
27K-35K Hourly
Junior
Healthtech
The Role
Obtain and process referrals and prior authorizations for specialty care, coordinate with health plans and providers, support case management, and serve as an authorization resource to providers.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Valley

Position Overview:

Provides medical administration support to providers by obtaining referral or prior authorizations for patients to see specialty providers. Completes referrals and/or authorizations accurately and consistently with minimal supervision. In Managed Care, processes authorization and referral requests for members in coordination with health plans and contracted providers. Provides support to the Case Management staff. Serves as a resource to providers regarding the authorization process.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

  • HS Diploma or GED

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 2 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Medical terminology, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)/International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding knowledge.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy.
  • Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgements, seeking review when decisions represent significant departure from established guidelines.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word or similar programs.
  • Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.
  • Active listening skills; including interpersonal skills and telephone communication.
  • Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $26.75 to $34.77 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Skills Required

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 2 years recent relevant experience
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
  • CPT/HCPCS/ICD-9 coding knowledge
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
  • Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments
  • Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions
  • Active listening skills, interpersonal skills, and telephone communication
  • Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up

Sutter Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sutter Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Sutter Health.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with broad networks and strong wellness support. Family coverage is characterized as low-cost or nearly free in some plan options, reinforcing perceived value.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include employer matching and, in some cases, a pension after a tenure threshold. Supplemental protections like life and disability insurance add to the overall financial security package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off is framed as generous, with examples of sizable PTO allotments early in tenure. Additional supports such as flexible scheduling and leave programs contribute to a sense of time-off breadth.

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The Company
HQ: Sacramento, CA
68,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1921

What We Do

Sutter Health is one of the nation's leading not-for-profit healthcare networks, which includes award-winning physician organizations, acute care hospitals, surgery centers, medical research facilities and specialty services. Our team of 68,000 doctors, employees and volunteers proudly cares for Northern California. Our facilities and care centers are located in large, urban cities and small, rural communities, from the Pacific Coast to the San Joaquin Valley. You’ll find us in San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento, the snowy mountains of the Sierra Nevada and Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, Yosemite and the coastal redwoods. We even have an affiliate in Hawaii. Join us and be part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to putting patients’ needs first and achieving the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

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