Insurance Specialist — Patient Access & Claims

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas in Tyler, TX is seeking a day shift Insurance Specialist to manage patient registrations and insurance authorizations while coordinating with the care team.

You will process insurance claims, ensure compliance with healthcare policies, and provide clear communication to patients, providers, and insurers.

This full-time role offers a collaborative, people-first environment in a leading regional health system.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of medical and insurance billing in a hospital setting and/or physician office, preferably in a multi-physician setting.

Responsibilities

• Manages insurance authorizations.
• Processes insurance claims.
• Registers patients.
• Coordinates team activities and ensures compliance with healthcare policies.
• Delivers exceptional communication and customer service to patients, providers, and insurers.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

UT Health East Texas in Tyler, TX is seeking a day shift Insurance Specialist to manage patient registrations and insurance authorizations while coordinating with the care team.

You will process insurance claims, ensure compliance with healthcare policies, and provide clear communication to patients, providers, and insurers.

This full-time role offers a collaborative, people-first environment in a leading regional health system.