Hybrid Insurance Verification & Authorization Specialist

Bryan College Of Health Sciences; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan College of Health Sciences is seeking a patient access coordinator to verify insurance coverage and obtain prior authorizations, ensuring services are financially cleared before care is delivered.

Role involves coordinating with payers, provider offices, and internal teams to collect documentation, submit requests, and communicate outcomes, supporting revenue integrity and patient access with timely follow-up.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance processes.
• Ability to use healthcare information systems and standard office software.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits for scheduled services.
• Obtains pre-certifications, referrals, and prior authorizations per payer guidelines.
• Collects and submits clinical documentation to payers via phone, fax, web portals, or RTAs.
• Documents authorization activity, dates, and payer communications in systems.
• Communicates authorization status and coverage details to patients and ordering offices.
• Coordinates with revenue cycle, billing, and utilization management to support claim readiness.
• Provides service estimates or connects patients to financial estimate resources.
• Prioritizes urgent cases to meet turnaround expectations.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Insurance processes

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Attendance & punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Healthcare information systems

Office software

Job description

Bryan College of Health Sciences is seeking a patient access coordinator to verify insurance coverage and obtain prior authorizations, ensuring services are financially cleared before care is delivered.

Role involves coordinating with payers, provider offices, and internal teams to collect documentation, submit requests, and communicate outcomes, supporting revenue integrity and patient access with timely follow-up.