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Prior Authorization Specialist

Billing SpecialistBilling SpecialistFull TimeHybridSeniorTeam 5,001-10,000Since 1981H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Colorado

Posted

14 days ago

Salary

$23 - $26 / hour

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree

Job Description

Prior Authorization Specialist

Cochlear

Title: Prior Authorization Specialist Location: Lone Tree, Colorado Job Description: Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear is the most recognized brand in hearing health care. Prior Authorization Specialist (Internal title: Reimbursement Operations PreClaim Specialist) Position Spotlight: - In-person comprehensive role-based training provided - Fixed 8-hour shift schedule within business hours 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time, Monday through Friday; possible Saturday shift depending on business needs - Hybrid work model once training is completed and cleared by your supervisor About the role Change people’s lives and love what you do at Cochlear—the most recognized brand in hearing health care—helping people hear and be heard around the world, while being part of one of Denver Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work honorees in Denver! In this role, you will be based in our Americas head office based in Lone Tree, CO. This role requires full in-person attendance during the initial training period and transitions to a hybrid work model based on performance, as assessed by your supervisor. If you bring experience in full-cycle prior authorization submissions and are eager to further develop your skills and advance your career, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the Reimbursement Operations team at the global leader in implantable hearing devices! Your success in this role is measured by your ability to facilitate all pre-claim activity for reimbursement orders while providing exceptional service to internal and external customers. Work collaboratively with your peers within a region setting where you will develop subject matter expertise, as well as with internal stakeholders in Billing and Collections, Customer Experience and other operations teams to provide the most efficient order process for our recipients. Key Responsibilities - Verify eligibility, investigate insurance benefits and validate coverage; calculate and collect recipient out of pocket estimates based on their deductible, coinsurance and out of pocket maximum - Navigate and utilize operational resources while managing orders following date and urgency prioritization workflow - Collect documentation based on payor requirements and medical professional preferred method - Evaluate medical documentation for accuracy, requirements and validity and submit to insurance for prior authorization when required - Communicate professionally, effectively and clearly with customers to ensure understanding and meet the customer need; engage with cross functional business partners to support reimbursement processes, orders and customers - Secure in network exceptions and negotiate one-time agreements with insurance payors in which Cochlear is non-participating Key Requirements To add value to Cochlear in this role you'll be able to meet and demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities in your application and at interview: - Bachelors or Equivalent Work Experience - 2-3 years of experience ideally working with health insurance, including but not limited to: - Insurance Verification - Prior Authorization - Coordination of Benefits - Out of Pocket cost estimate calculations - Proven ability to work collaboratively and positively in a team environment to build strong, professional relationships - Excellent computer skills (preferably in Microsoft Office) and experience utilizing common office resources (phone, fax, copier and email). - Excellent verbal and written communication skills Salary and Benefits In addition to the opportunity to develop your knowledge and grow professionally, we offer competitive wages and benefits. - Target Salary Range/Rate: $23.50 - $26.00 per hour based upon experience, as well as an annual bonus opportunity of 5% of base salary. Compensation offered to candidate may vary based on work experience, education and/or skill level. - Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance as well as 401(K) matching with immediate vesting, Paid Time Off, tuition reimbursement, maternity and paternity leave, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and pet insurance. Who are we? Human needs have always been our inspiration, ever since Professor Graeme Clark set out to create the first multi-channel cochlear implant because he saw his father struggle with hearing loss. We always start with people in mind – thinking about their needs. For this reason, our products, services and support will continue to evolve and improve. We are by our customers’ side through the entire hearing journey, so they can experience a life full of hearing. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives and working in an organization where they can be part of bringing the mission to life each day. Physical & Mental Demands The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to be in a stationary (seated/standing) position; utilize business technology for work product delivery, communicate orally and in writing with others internal or external to the organization, utilize problem solving/critical thinking skills to discern and convey information. May be asked to occasionally transport/move up to 30 pounds, depending on the position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. The individual is regularly required to utilize comprehension, critical thinking, communication, problem solving, organization reasoning, relating to others and discernment of items such as product specifications, procedures and processes to customers (whether internal or external). Influence, organization/classification of information and planning are also required. The work environment is a home/office environment and are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Cochlear Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation with completing the online application.

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