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Insurance Verification Specialist

$18.06-22.31/hr•Full-timeRemote

location_on955, Tacoma Avenue South, New Tacoma, Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98402, United States

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Job Description

About Washington Gastroenterology (WAGI)

Washington Gastroenterology believes that digestive health is the foundation for a healthy life. We are committed to improving the quality of life and longevity of our patients and our communities through the prevention, detection, and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.

About the Role

WAGI is seeking a full-time Insurance Verification Specialist to join our Scheduling Team. In this role, you will support Schedulers with the review of insurance eligibility, ensuring accurate and timely verification for our patients. This position is primarily remote, allowing you to work from home with training conducted onsite in Tacoma, WA.

Remote Work Requirements

Candidates must reside and work in Washington State. Due to unique city ordinances that impact employers, WAGI does not allow anyone to work remotely from Seattle, WA. To succeed in this remote capacity, you must meet the following conditions:

  • Maintain a minimum internet connection and have surge protection in your home.
  • Provide a home work environment free from distractions, background noise, and potential hazards (including tripping and electrical hazards).
  • Secure and protect WAGI-supplied computer, phone, and systems, ensuring the protection of Personal Health Information (PHI).
  • Adhere to a standard schedule based on the hours of operation.

Compensation and Benefits

WAGI offers an excellent compensation and benefit package for full-time employees (defined as working 30 or more hours per week):

  • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and basic life insurance.
  • Retirement: Enrollment in the company’s 401(k) plan, including a company-provided safe harbor contribution of 3% of annual earnings and the potential for a company discretionary profit-sharing contribution.
  • Time Off:
    • Accrual of PTO at a rate of .04 hours per payroll hour (1.6 hours for a 40-hour week), which exceeds required mandatory WA State and other local ordinances.
    • Vacation accrual with a maximum annual accrual of 77 hours for new hires.
    • 8 standard paid Holidays per year.
    • 1 Float Holiday per year that can be scheduled.

This is an hourly position with an anticipated compensation range of $18.06 – $22.31. The hired applicant is also eligible for annual discretionary bonuses.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington Gastroenterology is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Work location

Work model: Remote

955, Tacoma Avenue South, New Tacoma, Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98402, United States

Tacoma, Washington

Open in Google Maps(47.25308, -122.44408)

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleReview and prepare monthly recall letters for patients
  • check_circleVerify patient insurance eligibility using daily appointment reports
  • check_circleCheck insurance information via internet-based eligibility systems
  • check_circleEnsure compliance with HIPAA patient confidentiality regulations
  • check_circleMonitor and update changing insurance information
  • check_circleRespond to benefit inquiries from staff, physicians, and providers

Requirements

  • verifiedHigh school graduate or GED required
  • verifiedOne (1) year experience working in a call center, administrative, customer service, or similar role preferred
  • verifiedPrevious experience with insurance verification preferred
  • verifiedBasic MS Office skills required (Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • verifiedAbility to interpret explanation of benefits, knowledge of COB rules
  • verifiedMust reside and work in Washington State
  • verifiedCannot work remotely from Seattle, WA

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, vision, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and basic life insurancecheck_circle401(k) plan with 3% safe harbor contribution and potential discretionary profit sharingcheck_circlePaid time off (PTO) accrual at 0.04 hours per payroll hourcheck_circleVacation accrual with a maximum of 77 hours annually for new hirescheck_circle8 paid standard holidays per yearcheck_circle1 paid float holiday per year

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: ms office, word, excel, outlook, insurance verification, explanation of benefits, cob rules, hipaa.

Education: High school graduate or GED required.

Frequently asked questions about Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi

What does a Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi do?expand_more
A Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi is responsible for the following: Review and prepare monthly recall letters for patients; Verify patient insurance eligibility using daily appointment reports; Check insurance information via internet-based eligibility systems; and Ensure compliance with HIPAA patient confidentiality regulations.
What are the requirements for this Insurance Verification Specialist role?expand_more
Washgi is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school graduate or GED required; One (1) year experience working in a call center, administrative, customer service, or similar role preferred; Previous experience with insurance verification preferred; Basic MS Office skills required (Word, Excel and Outlook); Ability to interpret explanation of benefits, knowledge of COB rules; and Must reside and work in Washington State.
What is the salary range for Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi?expand_more
The advertised salary range for Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi is $18.06-22.31/hr.
Where is the Insurance Verification Specialist role at Washgi located?expand_more
Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi is based in 955, Tacoma Avenue South, New Tacoma, Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98402, United States. This is a remote role.
Is this Insurance Verification Specialist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Washgi has listed this Insurance Verification Specialist role as remote.
How much experience is required for this Insurance Verification Specialist role?expand_more
Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Insurance Verification Specialist role at Washgi?expand_more
Key skills for Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi include ms office; word; excel; outlook; insurance verification; explanation of benefits; cob rules; and hipaa.
What education is required for Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school graduate or GED required.
What category does the Insurance Verification Specialist role belong to?expand_more
Insurance Verification Specialist at Washgi is part of the Accounting & Finance job category on Recrutus.