Sr. Coordinator, Patient Access (Reimbursement Specialist)

Cardinal Health is seeking a Sr. Coordinator, Patient Access (Reimbursement Specialist) in Atlanta, Fulton County. This role supports specialty pharmaceutical manufacturers by removing barriers to patient care and ensuring reimbursement compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient access initiatives, including eligibility verification, prior authorizations, and reimbursement submissions.
• Act as the primary liaison between patients, providers, payers, and internal teams to resolve access issues quickly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions, insurance information, and financial assistance programs.
• Utilize Cardinal Health’s Sonexus Access platform to streamline onboarding, qualification, and adherence processes.
• Analyze reimbursement trends and provide insights to improve workflow efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Train and mentor junior staff on best practices for reimbursement and patient support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health administration, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in patient access, reimbursement, or medical billing within the specialty pharma space.
• Strong knowledge of insurance payer policies, prior‑authorization procedures, and patient assistance programs.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, with a customer‑focused mindset.

Compensation

Annual salary: $61,686.86

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Sr. Coordinator, Patient Access do?

They manage eligibility checks, prior authorizations, and reimbursement processes to ensure patients can access and afford specialty medications.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 3 years in patient access, reimbursement, or medical billing within specialty pharma.

What is the salary for this role?

The position offers a fixed annual salary of $61,686.86.