Insurance Verification Specialist
MedCore Solutions, the medical division of BizForce, is looking for a reliable and experienced Insurance Verification Specialist (with patient appointment scheduling experience) to support a high-volume endocrinology clinic remotely. We are a well-established practice with five active providers and a growing patient base. Your role will be vital in ensuring smooth front-office operations and exceptional patient service.
Responsibilities :
- Verify patients' active insurance coverage (commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care plans) prior to appointments
- Obtain and document eligibility, coverage limits, copays, deductibles, and referral or authorization requirements
- Contact insurance companies via portal or phone to clarify benefits and resolve issues in real time
- Accurately update insurance details in the EMR (eClinicalWorks)
- Schedule new and follow-up appointments efficiently, following provider availability and visit type protocols
- Reschedule appointments as needed while minimizing patient inconvenience
- Coordinate with the internal clinical and admin team to reduce scheduling conflicts
- Prioritize urgent appointment requests and manage double bookings as appropriate
- Handle a high volume of inbound and outbound calls in a professional, friendly manner
- Provide patients with clear instructions and information regarding appointments, insurance, and pre-visit requirements
- Address patient inquiries with empathy and efficiency, escalating complex concerns when needed
- Minimize patient hold time and follow up on any missed or abandoned calls promptly