What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Benefits Verification Specialist position at Stony Brook Administrative Services?
Job Summary:
The Insurance Benefits Verification Specialist plays a crucial role in the fertility practice by ensuring accurate insurance coverage for patients. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of insurance policies and procedures. Part of this role is patient facing. It will require money collection and financial conversations with the patients.
Essential Job Functions:
- Rotate weekends and holidays as necessary
- Booking appointments (eIVF)
- Updating patient demographics/Insurance
- Verify patient insurance eligibility and coverage for fertility treatments and procedures
- Update patient records with insurance verification information
- Collecting patient out-of-pocket costs and co-payments.
- Communicate insurance information to patients in a clear and concise manner
- Answer patient questions regarding insurance coverage
- Stay current on changes in insurance regulations and policies that affect fertility
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Effective Communication and Listening Skills
- Working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records and other Software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Front Desk experience in Physician Practices
- Strong understanding of medical insurance terminology and procedures.
- Ability to display compassion towards patients and coworkers
- Strong problem resolution skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible Schedule
Salary : $21 - $22