Authorization Specialist - Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn, NY | Full-Time | On-Site

Join a Growing Healthcare Team Supporting Families and Clinical Care

Licensed Behavior Analyst Professional Services (LBAPS) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Authorization Specialist 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. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Submit and manage insurance authorization requests and renewals
• Verify insurance benefits and coverage details
• Track approvals, denials, and authorization timelines
• Coordinate with intake, billing, and clinical teams to ensure timely processing
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to authorizations
• Follow up with insurance providers regarding pending requests and updates
• Assist in resolving authorization and eligibility issues as needed

Qualifications

• Experience with healthcare authorizations, insurance verification, medical billing, or related administrative work preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities efficiently
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Experience working with insurance portals and healthcare systems is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity for professional growth within a rapidly expanding organization
• Meaningful work helping families access essential services