Insurance Specialist

Memorial Physician Practices; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Centerpoint - Georgetown Kentucky Bariatrics Institute, operated with Lifepoint Health, seeks an Insurance Specialist to verify coverage, obtain authorizations, and liaise with patients, providers, and payers to facilitate bariatric surgery access.

You will review plans, coordinate referrals, educate patients on benefits, and support the care team in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or healthcare-related education preferred.
• One year of insurance authorization or verification experience preferred.
• Bariatric surgery or surgical specialty experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits for bariatric services.
• Obtain prior authorizations and referrals.
• Coordinate with providers, payers, and patients.
• Monitor authorization status and follow up with payers.
• Educate patients on insurance requirements.

Skills

Insurance verification

Prior authorization

Communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Your experience matters

Centerpoint - Georgetown Kentucky Bariatrics Institute is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Insurance Specialist joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Why join us

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees


• Competitive Paid Time Off


• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance


• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants


• And much more...

What we're looking for

Insurance Specialist is responsible for verifying insurance eligibility and benefits, obtaining prior authorizations and referrals, tracking payer requirements, coordinating insurance approvals, and supporting patients through the process for bariatric surgery and medical weight management services. This position serves as a liaison between patients, providers, insurance companies, and referring offices to facilitate timely access to care.

How you'll contribute

• Perform insurance verification, eligibility, benefit review, and prior authorization activities for bariatric surgery and medical weight management services


• Review insurance plans to determine coverage requirements, exclusions, referrals, and medical necessity criteria


• Obtain required prior authorizations and referrals from insurance carriers


• Submit clinical documentation and supporting records to insurance companies as required


• Monitor authorization status and follows up with payers to ensure timely determinations


• Document authorization activity and insurance updates accurately within the electronic medical record


• Communicate authorization approvals, denials, and pending requirements to providers, staff, and patients


• Educate patients regarding insurance requirements, benefit coverage, and authorization processes


• Coordinate appeals and reconsideration requests for denied services when appropriate


• Maintain current knowledge of payer policies, bariatric surgery coverage criteria, and medical weight management requirements


• Communicate with insurance representatives regarding authorization requirements, documentation requests, and claim-related questions


• Work closely with providers, clinical staff, scheduling personnel, and referring offices to facilitate patient progression through the program


• Track and maintain insurance-related documentation in accordance with organizational policies


• Support workflow improvement initiatives related to insurance processing and patient access


• Assist with patient inquiries regarding insurance coverage and authorization status

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required


• Associate degree or healthcare-related education preferred


• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision


• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action


• Must be able to function effectively in a multi-task setting


• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills


• Working knowledge of managed care plans, commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payers


• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical records


• One year of insurance authorization, insurance verification, medical office, revenue cycle, or related healthcare experience required


• Prior authorization experience preferred


• Bariatric surgery or surgical specialty experience preferred

Schedule: Full Time / Day

EEOC Statement

Centerpoint - Georgetown Kentucky Bariatrics Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer Centerpoint - Georgetown Kentucky Bariatrics Institute is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.