Medication Authorization Coordinator

Job overview

The Medication Authorization Coordinator role is an onsite office position in Knoxville, TN; compensation is not specified. Southeastern Retina Associates is an independent retina practice providing medical and surgical care for retinal conditions. The coordinator secures and documents authorizations for specialty drugs and procedures, helping the practice confirm coverage and support accurate payment. The role connects payors, patients, physicians, and staff to resolve authorization and claims issues.

What you'll do

• Review physicians' daily schedules for specialty drug use
• check authorization requirements for procedures and specialty drugs
• enroll patients in drug-company free-drug programs
• assist staff and physicians with billing questions
• scan and import correspondence
• document authorizations, certifications, eligibility, and benefits
• answer clinic staff calls about treatment options
• appeal denied drug authorizations
• liaise with payors, patients, physicians, and staff to resolve claims
• maintain current payor information
• follow SERA privacy and HIPAA policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

knoxville tn

southeastern retina associates

medication authorization

healthcare administration

prior authorization

specialty drugs

insurance verification

claims resolution

icd-10

cpt

hcpcs

hipaa

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma and two years of medical-related experience, including knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, health insurance, and billing requirements.

About the employer

SOUTHEASTERN RETINA ASSOCIATES PC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.