Prior Authorization Specialist

Medix

📍 phoenix, az, United-States

Full-time Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations Posted June 16, 2026

Job Description

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a dedicated Prior Authorization Specialist responsible for communicating with insurance providers to verify patient eligibility, confirming coverage and benefits, and securing required prior authorizations. The position requires managing and processing prior authorization requests, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring that patient demographic information is up-to-date for billing accuracy.
Key Responsibilities

  • Communicates with insurance providers to verify patient eligibility, confirm coverage and benefits, and secure required prior authorizations.
  • Manages and processes prior authorization requests submitted by clinics and Patient Care Coordinators.
  • Accurately records and maintains detailed documentation of all findings and actions taken.
  • Up...