Prior Authorization Specialist - Thompson Center

University of Missouri-Columbia
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Missouri, Columbia
801 Conley Avenue (Show on map)
May 30, 2025
Hiring Department Thompson Center Job Description The Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders is pleased to announce the opening of a Business Support Specialist II position. This position is responsible for obtaining prior authorizations for all procedures by successfully completing the authorization process with all commercial payors. Duties consist of: Contact insurance carriers to verify patient's insurance eligibility, benefits, and prior authorization requirements. Request, track, and obtain pre-authorization from insurance carriers within time allotted for behavioral health and/or applied behavior analysis therapy services. Ensure approval is received prior to services being performed. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of medical terminology. Communicate insurance changes or trends to the team. Clearly document all communications and contacts with providers and personnel in standardized documentation requirements. Respond to clinic questions regarding payer medical policy guidelines. Confirm accuracy of CPT and ICD-10 diagnoses for the prior authorization. Other duties as assigned. Successful candidates will need organizational and time management skills. They will need to have the ability to multitask and remain focused while managing a high-volume and time-sensitive workload. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas. Shift Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Minimum Qualifications An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Preferred Qualifications 1 year of Previous experience working in RevCycle and/or Powerchart is preferred. Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $17 - $22 hourly Grade: GGS - 007 University Title: BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST II Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume. Community Information Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be! Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.