Healthcare Insurance Verifications & Authorizations

Mass General Brigham; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings program

Paid time off

Tuition assistance and professional开发

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Insurance Authorization/Verification Specialist for the Newton-Wellesley Hospital location. Responsibilities include verifying insurance coverage, collecting patient information, and coordinating prior authorizations to support timely reimbursements.

This onsite role emphasizes detailed data handling and clear patient communications. Qualifications include a high school diploma and 2–3 years of healthcare insurance billing experience; an Associate’s degree is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Healthcare Management or related field preferred.
• Experience cannot substitute for the required education.
• 2–3 years of healthcare insurance billing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Verify insurance coverage for services to confirm they are covered.
• Collect and update patient insurance information including policy numbers and dates.
• Obtain or clarify authorizations with insurance companies, including pre-approvals and pre-certifications.
• Work with billing and coding staff to support accurate claim submissions.
• Coordinate prior authorizations for procedures, tests, surgeries, and other services.
• Review denial information and assist with appeals and resubmission of requests.
• Help patients understand their insurance coverage, benefits, and authorization requirements.

Skills

Insurance verification

Claims processing

Reimbursement practices

Insurance coverage & benefits

Communication & interpersonal skills

Independent work & time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Healthcare Management or related field

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Insurance Authorization/Verification Specialist for the Newton-Wellesley Hospital location. Responsibilities include verifying insurance coverage, collecting patient information, and coordinating prior authorizations to support timely reimbursements.

This onsite role emphasizes detailed data handling and clear patient communications. Qualifications include a high school diploma and 2–3 years of healthcare insurance billing experience; an Associate’s degree is