Location: Chicago, IL
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Patient Access-Pre-Visit Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Pay Range: $21.61 - $30.53 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. **Summary** The Pre- Authorization Specialist Lead is responsible for obtaining and resolving referral, precertification, and/or prior authorization to support insurance specific plan requirements for all commercial, government and other payors across hospital (inpatient & outpatient), ED, and clinic/ambulatory environments. In addition, the Pre- Authorization Specialist II may be responsible for pre-appointment registration and insurance review to maximize the submission of a clean claim. The Pre- Authorization Specialist Lead is proficient in working in a multitude of WQs outside their assigned ones. Responsible for orientation of any new staff. The Pre-Authorization Specialist Lead is responsible for assisting management with the daily operational duties and reports. Execution of these activities must be in compliance with insurance requirements and in co-ordination with the patient, ordering physician and service area. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. **Responsibilities** - Collects and properly records demographic and insurance information required to properly address the customers' financial issues. Verifies