SUD Insurance Specialist

Entertimeonline; Arden Hills (MN); Remote; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sagent Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time Insurance Specialist to verify patient insurance eligibility, ensure provider authorization requirements are met, and manage referrals. The role supports OP, ARMHS and CTSS services within a remote-capable team based in Arden Hills, MN.

They offer flexible hours, a supportive culture, and compensation aligned with responsibilities, with 1.0 FTE considered. Strong Excel skills and HIPAA familiarity are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years in healthcare facilities with insurance verification preferred.
• Familiarity with insurance guidelines and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Verify Insurance Eligibility/Benefits for OP, ARMHS & CTSS services.
• Initiate necessary Authorizations/Referrals as needed.
• Complete the auth process as applicable.
• Appointments are flagged accordingly.
• Field/Resolve provider/clinic inquiries via Email or Task.
• Inquiries are followed up within 24 hours of creation.
• Attend biweekly staff meetings and trainings as indicated.
• All other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Dual monitor setup

HIPAA compliance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Business Office

Description

Working Model: Remote

Employee Type: 1.0

Schedule: Flexible 8 hour shift worked between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM

At Sagent Behavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwest—with 2,000+ team members across 80+ locations in five states, we offer the stability and resources to help you thrive.

Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience, Sagent brings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point.

Here, you’ll find a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope. Guided by our HOPE values—Humility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practice—we provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for you—from salary to production-based models.

We are currently seeking a full-time Insurance Specialist to join our Arden Hills, MN Business office. In this role you will execute the fast-paced task of verifying insurance eligibility for patients. This role ensures all insurance benefits are verified, provider eligibility is verified per insurance carrier, and authorization requirements are received in a timely manner to ensure optimal reimbursements.

Full Time Benefits:

• 401k, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off, and Holidays

Responsibilities:

• Verification of Insurance Eligibility/Benefits for OP, ARMHS & CTSS services.
• Initiate necessary Authorizations/Referrals as needed.
• Completing the auth process as applicable.
• Appointments are flagged accordingly.
• Field/Resolve provider/clinic inquiries via Email or Task.
• Inquiries are followed up within 24 hours of creation.
• Attend and participate in biweekly staff meetings and any other meetings and/or training sessions as indicated.
• All other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements:

• Must live in one of the following states: MN,WI,IA,ND, or MO
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work on dual monitors.
• Ability to work in multiple software programs- Experience with Excel is preferred.
• Minimum of two years working in health care facilities preferred, particularly with insurance verification and knowledge of prior authorization process.
• Familiarity with insurance company guidelines and HIPAA regulations.

Actual compensation may be determined by various factors such as licensure, experience, skillset, internal equity, schedule and/or location. Estimates are factored on a 1.0 FTE.

Sagent Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.