Precertification Specialist — Ensure Care with Clear Coverage

First Urology P S C; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match 7.5%

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision

Life insurance 20k

AD&D 20K

Long-Term Disability 60%

Sick days

Holidays

Vacation

Job summary

First Urology is seeking a Precertification Specialist in Jeffersonville, IN to verify patient insurance benefits and obtain pre-authorization for medical services. In this full-time, in-office role, you will verify eligibility, gather required documentation from physicians, and coordinate with insurers and staff to ensure coverage before services are rendered.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience in medical billing or authorization, strong communication and customer service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate degree is a plus.
• Prior experience in medical billing, insurance authorization, or a similar role preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Detail-oriented with basic computer skills and familiarity with EMR/EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits for scheduled procedures.
• Obtain required pre-authorization from insurance companies for services.
• Gather medical documentation from referring physicians and staff.
• Liaise between patients, physicians, insurers and facility staff.
• Document and manage authorizations, denials, and appeals in the system.
• Follow up on pending authorizations and resolve issues as they arise.
• Explain coverage and any financial responsibilities to patients.

Skills

Medical billing

Insurance authorization

Communication

Customer service

EMR/EHR familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

First Urology is seeking a Precertification Specialist in Jeffersonville, IN to verify patient insurance benefits and obtain pre-authorization for medical services. In this full-time, in-office role, you will verify eligibility, gather required documentation from physicians, and coordinate with insurers and staff to ensure coverage before services are rendered.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience in medical billing or authorization, strong communication and customer service