Insurance Verification Representative (H)

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. The University of Miami/UHealth Central Business Office has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Insurance Verification Representative to work in Miami, FL. The individual in this position is part of the Central Insurance Verification (CIV) departmentand will be responsible for supporting functions that assist in creating and driving a culture of empathy, service excellence and delivery of patient centered care that impacts the patient experience across the UHealth System.Our Department thrives on teamwork and collaboration, and we know our employees achieve the greatest results when they are working together for a common goal -to provide care for our patients. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment then we have a job for you!This position is responsible for the verification of insurance eligibility, benefitsand obtaining authorization for all insurance carriers for all outpatient office visits and procedures scheduled within the UHealth Systems. The person in this position must project a positive image of the organization and department. This position directly impacts patient care, patient satisfaction and therevenue cycle. This individualreports directly tothe Insurance Verification Supervisor. Accounts are completed in a timely manner in support of patient satisfaction and allow for referral and authorization activities prior to the patient’s date of service Verification of eligibility and benefits via RTE in UChart, online insurance websites, telephone or other source of automated services Add and/or edit insurance information in UChart such as validating that the correct guarantor account and plan listed in patient’s account with accurate subscriber information, policy number, and claims address and plan order. Completes the checklist and document co-pay. Creates referral if applicable, “Benefit only” or “Preauthorization”, and documents benefits information: deductible, co-insurance and out of pocket benefits Meets productivity standards for assigned work queue, QA goal of 95% or greater and maintains WQ current at 14 days out with minimum daily pending visits Assists in educating and acts as a resource to patients, primary care and specialty care practices within the UHealth system and externally Contacts Primary Care Physician offices and/or Health Plan to obtain authorization or referral for scheduled services according to authorization guideline listed in UHealth Contract Summary. Submits all necessary documentation required to process authorization request 2 Obtains authorization for both facility and provider for POS 22 and POS 19 clinics and provider only for POS 11 clinic locations\ Enters and attaches authorization information in referral section of UChart Approves referral and financially clear visits Communicates with patients and/or departments regarding authorization denial and/or re-direction of patient by health plan or PCP office Contacts the Departments and/or patient when additional information is required of them or to alert regarding pending authorization status Participates in process improvement initiatives 15% Customer Service Provides customer service and assist patients and other UHealth staff with insurance related questions according to departmental standards Ensures that patients are aware of issues regarding their financial clearance and educated on the referral/authorization process Collaborates with Department and Patient Access teams to ensure that timely and concise communication occurs. Ensures service recoveries and escalations are implemented with the guidance of their supervisors and according to departmental standards and guidelines Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications (Essential Requirements): High School Diploma or equivalent Computer literate (EPIC scheduling and registration application experience a plus). Strong written and oral communication skills. Able to work in a team environment. Graceful under pressure and stressful situations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of insurances, including authorization/referrals guidelines and requirements Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form. Bi-lingual knowledge a plus Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with physicians, customers, teammates and other staff Ability to interact and assist patients of all ages, cultural background and with special needs, with a passion for providing excellent service and care Ability to work under a high level of stress with time constraints while maintaining composure and sensitivity to each patient’s specific needs Maintain a high level of diplomacy when dealing with stressful situations · Is innovative, proactive and resourceful in problem solving Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered. #LI-NN1 The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: H3 The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. Transforming lives With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe. The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.