Authorization Specialist - Brooklyn, NY

<p></p> <h1 class="isSelectedEnd" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Authorization Specialist - Brooklyn, NY</strong></span></span></h1> <hr> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">📍 Brooklyn, NY | Full-Time | On-Site</span></p> <h3><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Join a Growing Healthcare Team Supporting Families and Clinical Care</span></h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Licensed Behavior Analyst Professional Services (LBAPS) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented <strong>Authorization Specialist</strong> to join our growing operations team. This role is essential in helping clients access services efficiently by managing insurance authorizations, benefit verification, and coordination between intake, billing, and clinical departments. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining strong attention to detail and follow-through.</span></p> <hr> <h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Key Responsibilities:</span></span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Submit and manage insurance authorization requests and renewals</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Verify insurance benefits and coverage details</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Track approvals, denials, and authorization timelines</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Coordinate with intake, billing, and clinical teams to ensure timely processing</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain accurate records and documentation related to authorizations</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Follow up with insurance providers regarding pending requests and updates</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist in resolving authorization and eligibility issues as needed</span></li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Qualifications:</span></span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with healthcare authorizations, insurance verification, medical billing, or related administrative work preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities efficiently</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience working with insurance portals and healthcare systems is a plus</span></li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">What We Offer:</span></span></h3> <ul data-spread="false"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Competitive compensation based on experience</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Supportive and collaborative team environment</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Opportunity for professional growth within a rapidly expanding organization</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Meaningful work helping families access essential services</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">📩 Apply today: <a href="mailto:resumes@lbaps.com">resumes@lbaps.com</a></span></p> <p></p>