Temp FT Insurance Verification Specialist

This position is eligible for Mid Atlantic Retina's $1,000 Hiring Incentive! The hired candidate will receive $500 after successful completion of 90 days of employment and $500 after successful completion of 1 year of employment! Available to new hires only- not available to agency hires, internal transfers, or re-hires.

Job Type : Full Time

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick Time, Vacation Time, 7 Paid Holidays and more

Job Description

The Insurance Verification Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring patients have accurate and up-to-date insurance coverage prior to receiving services. This position is responsible for contacting patients to confirm insurance details, verifying benefits, and enrolling eligible patients in copay assistance programs.

Essential Functions

• Call patients to confirm insurance coverage prior to scheduled appointments or procedures.
• Collect and update insurance information in the patient management system.
• Verify patient benefits including coverage limits, copays, deductibles, and out-of-pocket responsibilities.
• Contact insurance carriers directly or use online portals to obtain benefit details.
• Identify patients eligible for copay assistance programs.
• Guide patients through the enrollment process and ensure all required documentation is submitted.
• Maintain accurate records of copay assistance approvals and renewals.
• Document all verification and enrollment activities in Nextech.
• Communicate benefit details and financial responsibilities to patients clearly and compassionately.
• Collaborate with billing, front desk, and clinical teams to ensure seamless patient experience.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Travels as needed.

Physical and Cognitive Demands

The physical and cognitive demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Required Education and Experience

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