Insurance Verification Specialist – Hospital Admissions

Resurrection Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking an Insurance Verification Specialist to verify patient eligibility with health plan carriers and update account information. The role involves explaining coverage and financial responsibilities to patients and coordinating payments for scheduled services according to payer requirements.

You will collect payments, discuss payment arrangements, prepare estimates, and assist with financial assistance requests.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in hospital admissions or billing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance policies.
• Excellent organization, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently or in a team.
• Proficient with computers; able to multitask in a demanding environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Contact health plan carriers to verify eligibility and enter data.
• Explain coverage and financial responsibilities to patients.
• Coordinate payments and estimates for services.
• Assist with financial assistance requests and documentation.
• Prepare reports on insurance verification outcomes.
• Maintain EMR documentation and stay updated with payer changes.

Skills

Hospital admissions

Billing experience

Authorization processes

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Relationship management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking an Insurance Verification Specialist to verify patient eligibility with health plan carriers and update account information. The role involves explaining coverage and financial responsibilities to patients and coordinating payments for scheduled services according to payer requirements.

You will collect payments, discuss payment arrangements, prepare estimates, and assist with financial assistance requests.