Medical Insurance Verification Coordinator at Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida

Fort Myers, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Terminology, Insurance Verification, Communication, Problem Solving, Office Equipment Operation, Microsoft Office Suite, Patient Interaction, Data Entry, Insurance Practices, CPT Codes, ICD-10 Codes, Organizational Skills, Teamwork, Confidentiality, Troubleshooting, Time Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description The Verifications Coordinator is responsible for determining insurance benefits and eligibility for our patients. You will use our electronic software, Phreesia to contact health insurance companies to verify coverage for new patients and re-verify coverage for existing patients. Applicants should have some knowledge of medical terminology and be comfortable with outbound calling. Responsibilities/Tasks: · Contact insurance companies to verify patient insurance benefits, eligibility, deductibles and copays · Update patient information into our EMR system, as needed · Contact PCPs for referrals, when necessary · Properly handle problem verification cases and seek resolution through involved parties · Coordinate processes and timing as required to meet physician and facility requirements · Interact with patients, physicians and other staff within the clinic · Maximize office productivity through proficient use of software applications · Research and develop resources that create timely and efficient workflow · Maintain files and patient records in a confidential manner · Perform other related duties as directed or assigned · Assist with other administrative tasks as needed Requirements Education: · Minimum of one year of previous experience in medical insurance verification · Understanding of basic medical terminology, a must · Previous orthopedic, neurosurgery or pain management experience and/or experience with Athena/Centricity EMR a plus · High School Diploma or equivalent Knowledge: · Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance practices · Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and similar computer programs · Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type, review and edit reports, documentation and correspondence · Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance and reconcile figures, and make changes accurately · Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes Skills: · Skill in operating office equipment · Skill in handling paperwork/filing adequately · Skill in handling incoming phone calls and triaging appropriately · Skill in written and verbal communication · Skill in gathering, interpreting, and reporting insurance information · Skill in trouble-shooting insurance issues and resolving appropriately Abilities: · Ability to quickly learn and operate new computer software · Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff · Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems · Ability to interpret and understand insurance benefits and reimbursement · Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands · Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively · Ability to communicate clearly · Ability to work with little supervision · Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public Work Environment: Work performed in office environment. Involves frequent contact with staff and occasional communication with patients. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. Benefits · Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision, Life and Disability coverage after 60 days of employment. · 401(k) with Employer Match and ability to contribute after 90 days! (Employer match begins at 1 year of employment) · Paid Time Off accrual and 7.5 Company Paid Holidays · NO WEEKENDS!!

Responsibilities

The Verifications Coordinator is responsible for determining insurance benefits and eligibility for patients by contacting health insurance companies. This role includes updating patient information and handling problem verification cases.