Insurance Verification And Authorizations Coordinator

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Independent Contractor Perks

HMO Coverage for eligible locations

Permanent work from home

Immediate hiring

Steady freelance job

Job Overview

The Insurance Verification and Authorization Coordinator is responsible for verifying patient insurance coverage, obtaining pre-authorizations, and ensuring accurate documentation for clinical, hospital, and ambulatory surgery center services. This role collaborates with clinical and billing teams to resolve insurance issues, communicate financial responsibilities, and support timely patient care. The ideal candidate has strong experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial plans, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote healthcare environment.

Job Highlights

Hourly Rate: The equivalent of $4.50 USD per hour in the applicant’s local currency

Schedule: Monday to Friday (8 hours day- PST, hours to be determined)

Work Arrangement: Work from home

Contract: Independent Contractor

Side Note: Since this is a permanent work-from-home position and the arrangement is that of an “Independent Contractor,” the selected candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

Responsibilities

• The medical insurance verification specialist’s job is to verify patient insurance coverage. They work with insurance companies, staff and possibly patients.
• Verify Insurance: for new and existing patients and ensure that information is up to date.
• Obtain authorizations: pre-authorizations for procedures and in office services.
• Answer questions: insurance companies, staff, and possibly patients.
• Resolve issues: Resolve discrepancies with insurance companies and any billing issues.
• Update records: Update patient records (demographics) with verification and authorization details.
• Explain financial responsibilities: explain to staff and/or possibly patient what the financial responsibilities will be.
• Communicate with staff: inform staff about denials or any other related issues.
• Track referrals: Track physician referrals and provide detail to staff.
• Support billing: support staff and medical billing and collaborate with them.

Requirements

• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills and be able to communicate well over the phone
• Must have 2 years experience in insurance verification, prior authorizations, or medical front-office/billing support
• Strong knowledge of insurance plans, benefits, eligibility verification, and authorization requirements
• Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance providers
• Familiarity with payer portals, EHR/EMR systems, and practice management software
• Understanding of CPT, ICD-10, and basic medical terminology
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documenting insurance information
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously
• Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, providers, and insurance representatives
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Reminder

Apply directly to the link provided; you will be redirected to BruntWork’s Career Site. You must apply using the said link to complete the initial requirements, which includes pre-screening assessment questions, technical check of your computer, and voice recording.

APPLICATIONS WITH COMPLETE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE PRIORITIZED