Hyderabad-based Authorization Services training will pay participants a stipend, boost skills, and offer potential employment upon graduation
Hyderabad, India – March 20, 2024 – Advantum Health, an industry-leading practice revenue management authority based in the U.S. with a diversified presence across India, announces the launch of an accredited Authorization Services training program in Hyderabad.
The Authorization Academy will be conducted at Advantum’s Hyderabad office, featuring 30 days of full-time in-person instruction and a 2 week apprenticeship starting on April 1, 2024. Additional training opportunities will be offered in 2024 and 2025.
Participants in the Academy will be instructed in a robust curriculum, including:
- Introduction to US Healthcare
- Insurance Plan Basics
- Introduction to Prior Authorizations
- Overview of Medical Terminology & Procedures
- Medical Billing & Coding
- Clinical Documentation
A stipend will be paid to enrolled students during their term in the Authorizations Academy. A working apprenticeship with on-the-job training will also be included as part of the training program. Through certification, the skills acquired will be beneficial for career opportunities both within Advantum Health and at other healthcare service providers that operate in India.
Tammy Taylor, CEO of Advantum Health, recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the Top Women in Health IT to Know in 2023, shared her enthusiasm for the Academy saying, “Our recent launch of a Provider Enrollment School in India was so successful, that we have decided to expand our training programs to include Authorization Services. Prior authorization is now required for many procedures and treatments in the U.S., so we are expanding our workforce and our employees’ skills in this area. This new training program will offer employment to many participants who successfully complete the coursework.”
Applicants to the Authorization Academy should meet basic requirements and possess foundational skills such as:
- Strong organizational skills
- English-speaking proficiency
- Prior work experience in the healthcare sector
- Availability for shifts aligning with U.S. business hours in the Hyderabad office
Shruti Dhawan, AVP of Human Resources and Administration at Advantum Health in India, stated, “We at Advantum are very committed to building employability skills in India and supporting the communities we operate within and serve. For anyone seeking to enhance their career prospects in the U.S. healthcare sector, the skills and on-the-job training gained will deliver great value. We invite candidates who fulfill the eligibility requirements for the Academy to apply now. Advantum is growing and we will have numerous positions in Authorizations and other departments becoming available this year. “
To learn about Advantum Health and explore open positions in India, visit: advantumhealth.com/india-office.
Interested applicants can learn more about the Authorization Academy and apply online by visiting:advantumhealth.com/healthcare-authorization-academy or emailing jobs@advantumhealth.com.
About Advantum Health
Advantum Health, powered by Advantum Ai and EVE technology, is an industry-leading practice revenue management authority, delivering comprehensive solutions for revenue cycle optimization, including billing, coding, focused follow-up, credentialing, authorizations, eligibility and auditing. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky in the U.S. with diversified locations across India, Advantum’s global team of experts is over 600 strong. Learn more at www.advantumhealth.com.