University of Miami Miller School of Medicine · 9 hours ago
Insurance Verification Representative (H)Remote
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Responsibilities
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
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
Qualification
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Required
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
Demonstrated knowledge of insurances, including authorization/referrals guidelines and requirements
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form
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
Preferred
Bi-lingual knowledge a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
The University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine is the graduate medical school of the University of Miami. It is a sub-organization of University of Miami.