# Approval Officer — NMC Healthcare

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/12237-approval-officer
Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: mid
Monthly salary: AED 15,000 to 18,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-31
Apply: https://eiby.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/12237/apply/email

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## Description

JOB S U MM A R Y 2.1 Apply medical knowledge and best insurance practice while reviewing and verifying the Pre Approval requests (OP/ IP) received from different departments to obtain authorizations as required by insurance companies dependent upon the plan coverage for all Insurance patients. Ensure that the details of the Pre Authorization Requests are in line with the regulators’ standards especially the claim adjudication Rules and Business Rules. 2.2 Handling the rejected pre authorization and get required justification from the treating doctor to resend it to Insurance Company and obtain the approval. 2.3 Prepares reports of daily activity as requested for management and assists management in month end reporting as requested. 3.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Evaluate the Pre Approval requests from medical necessity for the requested service according to the medical data provided and accurately code the service description codes stated on the prior authorization requests, according to accepted medical coding rules, medical guidelines and policy’s schedule of benefits. Respond to Insurance/ TPA queries and liaise with concerned department without any delay. Responsible for receiving, evaluating and escalating second opinion cases and case management. Prepares reports of daily activity as requested for management and assists management in monthly reports as requested. Attend Meetings and Presentation. To adjust duties in case of any sudden/ emergency unplanned leaves by colleagues. Managing and handling pending cases (if any) to the next shift colleagues. Performs any other jobs or duties assigned by the HOD from time to time within the scope of job title.

## Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medicine or an equivalent medical degree from a recognized university. Minimum 2 years of experience in insurance claims management/adjudication. Knowledge of medical coding systems, including ICD, CPT, DRG, and HCPCS. Excellent command of both written and spoken English. Flexible and able to work under pressure and in shifts. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

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