Prior Authorization Specialist

Central Care Cancer Center is hiring for a Prior Authorization Specialist to join their billing team at our clinic in Bolivar, MO. The Prior Authorization Specialist will work closely with the clinical staff and be a part of Central Care's billing department. Candidates must have excellent communication, organization and follow-up skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously. Candidates should demonstrate good judgement as well as attention to detail while working well with a team. Verify patient insurance benefits, eligibility, and demographic information in an accurate manner Submit, obtain, and track insurance authorizations Help patients understand their insurance coverage and financial obligations Review patient accounts and set up patient payment agreements Support optimal insurance coverage Perform medical billing functions Identify and obtain other forms of financial assistance to ease patient financial burden Computer skills - minimum 2 years' experience with Microsoft Word and Excel Medical office experience required Insurance experience and general knowledge required Knowledge of health-care payment methodology including Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs, PPOs and secondary payers required Medical billing experience a plus Oncology related experience a plus EMR experience a plus Excellent verbal and written communication skills Able to work independently and collaborate with teams Self-starter Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to Multi-task and have attention to detaill This is an on-site position at Central Care Cancer Center's Bolivar Clinic (not remote) Together, we serve our communities with professionalism, empathy, and purpose — making a real difference every day. At Central Care Cancer Center, every team member plays a part in supporting patients and families throughout some of life’s most important moments. With approximately 125 employees across five locations in Kansas and Missouri, Central Care provides high-quality, community-based cancer care while maintaining a close-knit, team-oriented culture. We value teamwork, stability, and respect, and we strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported and proud of the work they do. Mission Central Care Cancer Center is committed to delivering individualized, precise, and cutting-edge cancer treatment to patients and communities close to home. Company Benefits Central Care offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life Short Term and Long Term Disability Accident and Critical Illness Employee Assistance Plan Travel Assistance 401(k) with company match Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Educational Assistance Uniform Reimbursement Equal Employment Opportunity Central Care Cancer Center is 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, disability, or veteran status. Pre-Employment Screening Following an offer of employment, candidates are required to complete background checks and other job-related screening prior to starting employment.