Pre-Authorization & Insurance Verification Specialist

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, NY is seeking a detail-oriented administrator to manage insurance verifications, eligibility and prior authorizations for referrals, surgical procedures, visits and diagnostic testing.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization and customer service, with responsibilities spanning pre-certifications, patient communications, mail services and documentation in a standard office setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Approximately 1 year of related customer service experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Verifies pre-certifications and obtains upgrades if needed.
• If pre-certification is not obtained for next day, notifies the referring doctor's office and contacts the patient to find out if they would rather reschedule.
• May be required to greet patients in person and notify clinical staff of arrival.
• Responsible for mail services, photocopying, scanning and filing.
• Verifies patient insurance eligibility and obtains necessary pre-authorization numbers, if required, prior to appointment date.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, NY is seeking a detail-oriented administrator to manage insurance verifications, eligibility and prior authorizations for referrals, surgical procedures, visits and diagnostic testing.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization and customer service, with responsibilities spanning pre-certifications, patient communications, mail services and documentation in a standard office setting.