Insurance Authorization Verification Specialist I / II / III – Ob / Gyn
UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
What we do here changes the world.
The Insurance Authorization Verification Specialist in our Ob / Gyn department verifies insurance policy benefit information and obtains Authorization / Precertification prior to the patient’s visit or scheduled admission, or immediately following admission. They assist in identifying problems and ensure that the insurance is accurate on the patient account and that insurance information and appropriate referrals have been completely and accurately obtained.
Once you join us you won't want to leave.
It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide.
Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus :
100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – around 37‑38 days per year) that increases with tenure
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our retirement / pension plan
We take care of our employees!
As a world‑renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work / life services such as :
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!
Position Location
UTHealth Houston Ob / Gyn Administration
1851 Crosspoint Avenue, Houston, 77054
Full Remote Following Training
Position Key Accountabilities
Verifies insurance policy benefits for new and returning patients with carriers and employers.
Assures all insurance information has been completely and accurately obtained and documents all pertinent insurance information.
Identifies special policy clauses or pre‑existing conditions and verifies effective date of policies.
Educates patients and families on insurance issues and communicates patient’s fiscal responsibility in a professional manner.
Notifies appropriate work units of patient’s insurance coverage, authorizations, or status.
Identifies all patients without third‑party financial benefits and directs them for financial counseling per Financial Counseling and Revenue Cycle policies and procedures.
Receives and reviews UT‑H Health Science Center’ Managed Care contracts to understand the contract provisions and interprets managed care contracts for insurance coverage.
Provides support to Revenue Cycle work units and other work units as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Certification / Skills
None specified.
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
Minimum Experience
6 months of related experience required.
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 10 pounds frequently and / or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive
This position is a security‑sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094, and other applicable statutes. Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other – Hospitals and Health Care
J-18808-Ljbffr
Insurance Authorization Verification Specialist I/II/III - Ob/Gyn • Houston, TX, United States
Hiring: Patient Account Specialist Lead/Senior (Onsite).Houston TX no nights and Weekends.Experience Required: 1–3 Years.We are looking for an experienced.Patient Account Specialist Senior.Experien...Show more
The Complex Liability Consulting (CLC) practice of Risk Consulting, Marsh offers unparalleled expertise across a broad spectrum of coverage challenges, including insurance archaeology, policy analy...Show more
For over 31 years, RCA's employees have been dedicated advocates for hospitals and the patients they serve.We are looking to add to our superior team with our opening of a Liability/Claim Specialis...Show more
Cerner Revenue Cycle Consultant (Billing Analyst)* *Remote | Contract (3-6 months) | $30-$40+ per hour*.A rural healthcare organization is seeking a *hands-on Cerner Millennium Revenue Cycle SME* t...Show more
A healthcare organization in Houston, TX is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist.This role involves billing patient claims and performing follow-up activities.Candidates should have a High...Show more
As a Consulting Actuary -ACA Risk Adjustment, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a wide array of actuarial and analytical services for our organization.Responsibilities include leading pric...Show more
At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being the...Show more
A leading insurance brokerage in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Claims Specialist to manage moderately complex Healthcare Professional Liability claims.Responsibilities include analyzing coverage, ma...Show more
Medical AR Collections & Revenue Cycle Specialist.Join a reputable and established healthcare organization as a Medical Collections & Revenue Cycle Specialist in an in-office role.A stable schedule...Show more
Under general supervision, the position is responsible for investigating, evaluating, reserving, negotiating and resolving assigned General Liability related Bodily Injury and Property Damage claim...Show more
Specialty Clinic – Northwest Houston, TX (77065).We are partnering with a specialty clinic in Northwest Houston to hire an AR Specialist to join their Revenue Cycle team.This is a great opportunity...Show more
Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy.We are driven to inspire our employees to create s...Show more
Company:Fondren Orthopedic Group A Division of OrthoLoneStar Title:Precertification Specialist Basic Responsibility The Precertification Specialist is responsible for patient insurance benefits inc...Show more
At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice.We seek to be the #1 choice for the military...Show more
The Complex Liability Consulting (CLC) practice of Risk Consulting, Marsh offers unparalleled expertise across a broad spectrum of coverage challenges, including insurance archaeology, policy analy...Show more
At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it's our purpose.Every day, we help clients navigate complexity,...Show more
Castle Biosciences Earns "Top Workplaces USA Award" for Phoenix, Pittsburgh, and Friendswood!.Pre-Billing Prior Authorization Specialist working from our Friendswood, TX office location,.Final sala...Show more
Overview Join Our Team as a Medical Collections & Insurance Follow-Up Specialist! Are you experienced in working accounts on the backend and navigating insurance claims to drive payment? We’re look...Show more
){kind=logo}
