Authorization Counselor
How this pay compares
This posting states $21.40–$34.24 an hour. Open mental health therapist jobs in Colorado post a median of $35.41 an hour, the middle half $27.99–$45, across 66 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Mental health therapists employed in Colorado earn a median of $30 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family
- Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off from Day One
- 403-B Retirement Plan
- 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
- Career Development
- Whole Person Well-being Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
- Pet Benefits
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Address
9403 Crown Crest Blvd
City
Parker
State
Colorado
Postal Code
80138
Job Description
Monitors work queues for unauthorized and expiring medication-based referrals. Verifies prior authorization requirements based on the patient’s specific insurance provider. Obtains clinical and treatment/therapy information from the patient’s chart. Submits clinical documentation with prior authorization requests and tracks authorization status. Schedules peer-to-peer or appeal as needed. Documents authorization information in Epic EMR. Communicates insurance and facility preferred products and authorization status with providers, nursing team, pharmacy team, front desk, and MA team. Verifies insurance coverage, benefits, and network status. Provides patient cost estimates based on specific treatment protocol and patient benefits. Monitors the schedule for self-pay patients and prepares estimates. Communicates the amount due at the time of service with the patient and patient service representatives. Coordinates patient care with third-party copay and free drug assistance vendors. Addresses patient and clinic billing questions and concerns, routing patient concerns to Revenue Management and Billing departments. Maintains good working knowledge of chemotherapy authorization requirements for all payers, state and federal regulatory guidelines for coverage and authorizations. Other duties as assigned.
Posting End Date: 11/19/2026
Relocation Bonus: Eligibility requires relocation from more than 50 miles away. Former AdventHealth employees are eligible after 12 months of separation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Medical terminology [Required]
- Insurance eligibility and verification [Required]
- Minimum of 1 year health care experience [Required]
- Knowledge of ICD 10 and CPT coding [Required]
- Good customer service skills. [Required]
- Computer skills and willingness to use technology. [Required]
- Understanding of various hematologic and oncologic conditions and malignancies. [Preferred]
- Understanding of treatments used to treat various oncologic and hematologic conditions. [Preferred]
- Knowledge of registration and billing [Preferred]
- Epic knowledge. [Preferred]
Education
- Associate [Preferred]
- Bachelor's [Preferred]
- High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
Field of Study
- N/A
Work Experience
- Eligibility, billing, coding, registration experience [Preferred]
- Health care or pharmaceutical experience [Preferred]
- Previous HBA experience [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677
Pursuant to state law, Colorado candidates will be eligible for sick leave.
Pay Range
$21.40 - $34.24
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
From AdventHealth's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About AdventHealth
AdventHealth is a faith-based health system with more than 100,000 (source: AdventHealth, About AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook (media resources)) caregivers, 51 (source: AdventHealth, About AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook (media resources)) hospital campuses and hundreds of care sites in almost a dozen states. Source: AdventHealth, About AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook (media resources)
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