Benefits Specialist

Job description

Verification Specialist The Surgery Center of Middle Tennessee We are currently searching for a (Full-Time) Verification Specialist to work Mondays – Fridays (8:30-5:00- in person) who can work cooperatively with staff and physicians and perform a variety of tasks. This position is responsible for the daily functions of the insurance verification process, which includes verifying benefits, checking patient eligibility to determine coverage, and notifying patients of their financial obligations, as well as ensuring that money will be collected the day of surgery. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews and maintains records to ensure accuracy Enters data electronically to process patient information Maintains all patient records Abstract clinical information from a variety of medical records Maintains strictest confidentiality and adheres to all HIPAA guidelines and regulations Manages proper submission of documents in a timely fashion Attends in-services, seminars, and webinars for additional education and performance improvement Reviews insurance benefits and insurance requirements on all new patients prior to surgery Verification of medical benefits, which includes contact...