**Job Title: Insurance Verification Specialist**
**Job Summary:**
We are seeking a detail-oriented Insurance Verification Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for verifying insurance coverage, obtaining prior authorizations, and ensuring accurate billing processes. In addition to the primary role, your secondary role will be as a front desk receptionist in times of need. This role requires a strong understanding of managed care, medical terminology, ICD-10 coding, HIPAA regulations, and insurance verification procedures.
**Responsibilities:**
- Verify patient insurance coverage and benefits to ensure accurate billing
- Obtain and track prior authorizations for medical procedures
- Communicate with insurance companies to resolve any issues or discrepancies
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of insurance policies and procedures
- Collaborate with medical staff to ensure proper documentation for billing purposes
- Utilize electronic medical records systems to input and retrieve patient information
- Assist patients with insurance-related inquiries and provide clear explanations of coverage details
- Coordinate with the billing department to address any insurance-related billing concerns
**Qualifications:**
- Previous experience in insurance verification or a related field preferred
- Proficiency in medical terminology, ICD-10 coding, and HIPAA regulations
- Familiarity with dental office procedures and medical records management
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying insurance information
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, insurance companies, and healthcare providers
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism
- Proficient in office software applications for data entry and record keeping
**Nice-to-Have Skills:**
- Knowledge of medical office operations and procedures
- Familiarity with different insurance plans and coverage types
- Experience working with various electronic health record systems
Join our team as an Insurance Verification Specialist and contribute to ensuring smooth insurance processes for our patients. We offer a competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work environment. If you possess the required qualifications and are passionate about healthcare administration, we encourage you to apply. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.76 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Weekly day range:
Experience:
- Insurance verification: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77084 (Required)
Work Location: In person