Houston Methodist

Compensation

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Description: • Overview: The Insurance Verifier position is responsible for obtaining and recording eligibility and benefit information for patients, confirming authorizations, and completing admission notifications as applicable to department. • Responsibilities include calculating patient liability, generating estimates for patient financial responsibility, and communicating with patients, co-workers, insurers, and physicians. • Monitors authorizations, ensures accurate CPT codes, service location, and expiration dates. • Maintains confidentiality and adheres to financial clearance policies. • Qualifications: High School diploma; one year healthcare insurance verification; strong communication and Microsoft Office/EPIC experience; knowledge of CPT/ICD-9/10. Requirements: • Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, etc.) • One year of healthcare experience including insurance verification in a hospital or clinic setting • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a customer service focus • Proficiency in Microsoft Office components (Outlook, Word) and knowledge of electronic health record software (EPIC preferred) • Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care reimbursement methodologies • Ability to manage multiple tasks • Mid-level medical terminology and knowledge of insurance requirements for physician visits and procedures • Ability to manage a fast-paced environment • Ability to flex hours and work/day assignments to meet needs related to unanticipated patient volume • Working knowledge of CPT, ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 (preferred) Benefits: