Insurance Verifcation Specialist

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Edmonds Endoscopy Center is seeking an Insurance Verification Specialist to support patient coverage verification, data accuracy, and EHR updates. The role requires strong communication with insurance providers, meticulous record-keeping, and coordination for pre-authorization needs.

The position is full-time, based in Edmonds, WA, with responsibilities including chart preparation for surgeries, patient admissions, and timely handling of deposits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Insurance verification experience in a medical setting is required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and coding.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with patients and insurance providers.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems and other relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient insurance coverage by contacting insurance companies via phone, online portals, or other established methods.
• Obtain and document accurate insurance information, including policy numbers, coverage dates, and pre‑authorization requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of insurance verifications for each patient.
• Update electronic health records (EHR) and relevant databases with verified insurance information.
• Operate the telephone system, receive incoming messages, and direct calls to the appropriate destination.
• Ensure all required forms are placed in designated areas of the patient’s chart.
• Prepare charts for the next day's surgeries within the required deadline.
• Admit patients, process paperwork, and collect deposits or fee payments.
• Interact appropriately and effectively with patients and others.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

EHR software proficiency

Medical terminology

Insurance verification experience

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Medical office software

Job description

Edmonds Endoscopy Center has an immediate need for a full‑time Insurance Verification Specialist. At Edmonds Endoscopy Center, we offer our patients complete care of the digestive system, from evaluation to treatment, including endoscopy procedures.

Job Summary

• Verify patient insurance coverage by contacting insurance companies via phone, online portals, or other established methods.
• Obtain and document accurate insurance information, including policy numbers, coverage dates, and pre‑authorization requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of insurance verifications for each patient.
• Update electronic health records (EHR) and relevant databases with verified insurance information.

Other Duties

• Operate the telephone system, receive incoming messages, and direct calls to the appropriate destination.
• Ensure all required forms are placed in designated areas of the patient’s chart.
• Prepare charts for the next day's surgeries within the required deadline.
• Admit patients, process paperwork, and collect deposits or fee payments.
• Interact appropriately and effectively with patients and others.

Work Hours

Monday – Friday daytime work hours.

Location

This position is in the office in Edmonds, WA, and may need to cover our two other locations in Kirkland and Seattle.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.

Starting pay range: $21.30 – $25.00/hour, depending on experience.

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED
• Insurance verification experience in a medical setting is required
• Familiarity with medical terminology and coding
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with patients and insurance providers
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems and other relevant software

About USPI

We are part of a much larger team with United Surgical Partners International (USPI). At USPI, we create relationships that improve care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first‑class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to and proud of its inclusive culture, which respects differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual while embracing diversity.