Medical Insurance Verification Specialist

Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood! Job Posting Title: Medical Insurance Verification Specialist Location: Dallas - Hospital Additional Posting Details: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Job Description: Responsibilities Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to patients, families and co-workers Perform all aspects of insurance verifications for the patients who are scheduled for Inpatient and Outpatient procedures and special radiology procedures Obtain authorizations and pre-certifications as required for all procedures; work with clinical staff to obtain additional clinical information for benefit review Request and secure referrals from Primary Care Physicians and Insurance companies Analyze benefits for appropriate coverage for services Capable of calling families to verify their information and insurance coverage Provide clerical and administrative support as required Assist with updating and maintaining current billing systems/software Create reports for tracking and trending purposes Cross-train with other positions in Patient Access to provide coverage and understand overall functions of department Responsible for all correspondence from Insurance companies Education / Requirements: High School diploma required Knowledge of health insurance procedures Ability to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff Self-starter with aptitude for following through on details and resolving discrepancies Ability to read, write and speak English