[Hiring] Pre Authorization Specialist II @Labcorp

Role Description

Labcorp is seeking a REMOTE Pre Authorization Specialist II to join our team!

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm EST

Responsibilities:

• Well-versed in pre-authorization processes and policies to respond clearly to high-volume billing tasks and inquiries.
• Maintain appropriate response time in various communication platforms (Example: phone calls, chats, emails, portal inquiries, etc).
• Identify issues and suggest potential improvements.
• Collaborate with your team and develop best practices to ensure we are providing the best service and experience to all customers.
• Maintain an assigned schedule, and be flexible with daily schedules when business needs change.
• Examine incoming orders to ensure completeness and accuracy of required documentation for prior authorization.
• Work directly with various vendors to ensure successful submissions of prior authorizations.
• Monitor the status of prior authorization requests, follow up on pending cases, and initiate follow-ups, if necessary, to ensure timely approvals.
• Stay informed about insurance policies and guidelines, ensuring that all prior authorization requests align with the necessary criteria.
• Maintain accurate records of prior authorization requests, approvals, and denials. Enter relevant information into databases.
• Participate in projects that extend beyond your day-to-day to stretch you to think outside the box.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 3 or more years of relevant experience.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Health Information Management, or a healthcare-related field (preferred).
• 2 or more years of experience documenting healthcare authorization activities within authorization, billing, reimbursement, or revenue cycle management systems (preferred).
• 2 or more years of experience working with Labcorp systems, including LCLS and/or LCBS (preferred).
• 2 or more years of experience in Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) operations (preferred).
• 1 or more years of experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook in a healthcare, reimbursement, billing, or authorization environment (preferred).
• Ability to work remotely from a private, quiet workspace.
• Reliable high‑speed internet connection (minimum 50 Mbps).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong customer service, time management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Solid understanding of medical terminology, insurance guidelines, and healthcare regulations.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and willing to take initiative to get work done.
• Strong work ethic with flexibility and a commitment to supporting positive patient outcomes.
• Enjoys problem‑solving in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented, and evolving environment.
• Provide responsive, professional support to providers, patients, and insurance representatives regarding prior authorization status and requirements.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

Company Description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes.

Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, striving for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind.