Health Access Partner - Insurance Verification
The University of Texas at Austin · Austin, Texas, US
Job Posting Title: Health Access Partner - Insurance Verification ---- Hiring Department: Dell Medical School ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Week...
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Job Posting Title: Health Access Partner - Insurance Verification Hiring Department: Dell Medical School Position Open To: All Applicants Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA Earliest Start Date: Immediately Position Duration: Expected to Continue Location: AUSTIN, TX Job Details: PURPOSE The Health Access Partner – Insurance Verification (HAP) ensures patients are financially and administratively cleared for care by verifying insurance coverage and securing prior authorizations. This role collaborates with patients, providers, and payers to prevent delays, educates patients on benefits and financial responsibility, and maintains accurate EHR documentation. The HAP plays a key role in reducing denials, improving efficiency, and enhancing the patient experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: Insurance Verification & Authorization Management: - Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits prior to scheduled services. - Initiate, obtain, and track prior authorizations in accordance with payer requirements. - Communicate with insurance companies to confirm coverage, benefits, and authorization status. - Identify and resolve coverage issues, eligibility discrepancies, a...