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Medicaid Prior Authorization Coordinator

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Robert Half

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United States , Hopkins, MN

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Job Description:

This is a contract opportunity in the healthcare industry, where you will play a vital role in managing Medicaid billing and service authorizations to ensure seamless operations.

Job Responsibility:

  • Organize and maintain documentation and digital records for Medicaid service authorizations and billing rates
  • Make real-time updates to the billing system when resident information, authorization details, or fee structures change
  • Monitor expiring authorizations and initiate the renewal process to guarantee uninterrupted claims processing and reimbursement
  • Track and record relevant Medicaid data, including resident rosters, authorization periods, billable services, and financial obligations
  • Enter and reconcile incoming Medicaid payments within the billing platform
  • Prepare and process patient billing statements for required contributions under Medicaid guidelines
  • Communicate with Medicaid provider representatives to resolve billing issues, clarify authorization requirements, and obtain necessary documentation

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
  • Experience working with Medicaid billing processes
  • Strong technical skills, including proficiency with computers and Microsoft Excel
  • familiarity with Eldermark and PointClickCare is an asset
  • Understanding of insurance claims and billing practices
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high accuracy
  • Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Nice to have:

familiarity with Eldermark and PointClickCare

What we offer:
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

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