Insurance Verification Coordinator

Akumin®; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO and sick time

Job summary

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, seeking an Insurance Verification Coordinator to verify patient benefits and eligibility, load pre-certifications, and maintain accurate records in the EMR. You will coordinate coverage restrictions and support other departments to prevent payment issues and ensure top-tier customer service.

Role requires 2–3 years in a medical setting, knowledge of medical terminology and billing practices, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years’ experience in medical or related field required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of health insurance industry practices and/or medical billing procedures.
• Computer literacy required; experience with medical scheduling/billing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit schedules to verify patient insurance verification and active status; meet deadlines.
• Obtain referrals or authorizations from primary care offices or insurers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve insurance issues.
• Index incoming records/referrals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required for offers.

Skills

Medical terminology

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Medical scheduling systems

Job description

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting‑edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

Insurance Verification Coordinator

The Insurance Verification Coordinator is responsible for verifying patient insurance benefit and eligibility. Requests and loads pre-certification approval for consults and follow up visits. Records and indexes all benefit and certification information into the EMR according to documented work processes. Coordinates coverage restrictions and works in coordination with other departments to prevent or resolve payment issues. Ensures every customer receives the highest level of customer service.

Specific duties include:

• Responsible for auditing schedules to ensure all patients have been verified and active. Ensures any coverage restrictions are documented and addressed to avoid payment problems. Prioritizes workload to ensure deadlines are met.
• Responsible for obtaining referrals or authorizations from primary care office or insurance companies.
• Acts as source of reference for team members and works with other internal teams to assist in resolving insurance issues.
• Indexing incoming records/referrals.
• Completes any additional job duties as assigned.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Certificate from College or Technical School preferred.
• 2–3 years’ experience in medical or related field required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Knowledge of health insurance industry practices and/or medical billing procedures.
• Computer literacy required, experience with medical scheduling/billing systems is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Defined PTO and sick time programs

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked.

The estimated hourly pay range for this role in New York is $21‑23. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.