Insurance Verification and Authorization Specialist

Lifebridge Health; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer 1

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced

Generous paid time off

Free on-site parking

Job summary

LifeBridge Health's Sinai Hospital is seeking an Insurance Verification & Pre-Authorization Clerk to support admissions and outpatient procedures. You will verify benefits, obtain pre-certifications, and ensure proper notification practices across CMS and patient access protocols.

Responsibilities include collecting accurate patient insurance information, coordinating with hospital departments, and contacting insurers to determine eligibility and benefits, while guiding patients before, during,

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in insurance verification or hospital access.
• High School / GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient insurance benefits and obtain pre-certification or authorization.
• Manage schedules and pre-registration for eligibility and CMS/patient access protocols.
• Enter demographic and coverage data into the hospital system.
• Coordinate with departments and insurers to determine eligibility.

Skills

Insurance verification

Pre-certification processing

Patient communication

Data entry

Education

High School / GED

Tools

Hospital information system

Job description

Summary

In an effort to secure reimbursement for the Hospital, verifies insurance benefits and obtains pre-certification or authorization for Hospital admissions and outpatient procedures.

• Obtains and verifies insurance information provided by the patient, various Hospital departments, and physician offices.
• Manage schedules through timely communication with all customers.
• Manage the pre-registration of accounts for eligibility, benefits, authorization, proper notification practices, and in accordance with CMS and patient access protocols.
• Contacts the insurance company to determine insurance eligibility and benefits.
• Contact patients prior to visit, while in-house, or post discharge to discuss resolution of estimated total liability.
• Performs a complete registration accurately by interviewing the patient or responsible party to obtain personal demographic data, health insurance coverage, nature of visit/symptoms, etc.; simultaneously enters all data into Hospital system.
• Utilizes unbilled reports to ensure that patients' accounts are properly pre-registered and an authorization number has been obtained in a timely manner.

Experience

• 1-3 years

Education

• High School / GED preferred

Pay Range

$17.00 to $28.65 Based On Experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications
• Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Sinai Hospital

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore is a nationally recognized academic medical center, a designated Level II Trauma Center, and the largest community hospital in Maryland. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Sinai delivers advanced care with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.