At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Summary The Insurance Verification Specialist supports outpatient rehab office staff by researching and verifying patient health insurance eligibility, interpreting insurance benefits for a specific service and documenting this information into EMR system. Insurance verification specialist identifies when insurance authorization is required, initiates prior authorization request and submits supporting clinical documentation to obtain approval for services provided by outpatient rehab clinics. Essential Functions Research and verify patient health insurance coverage and eligibility. Register patient coverage accurately within EMR to ensure timely billing and reimbursement from payer Obtain and interpret specific program benefits under patient health insurance plan by using online portals or phone calls to payer Concisely and accurately document patient benefit information within EMR system to generate patient estimates Effectively communicate benefit information to patients, as needed. Answer detailed patient questions regarding out of pocket costs, as indicated under their specific insurance plan Initiate prior authorization requests with insurance payer, submit clinical documentation that supports medical necessity for request and follow up on authorization status prior to patient’s first scheduled visit Maintain clear, timely communication with front office staff regarding insurance benefit barriers that may prevent patient conversion, or delay prior authorization approval prior to first patient visit Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience: 1 year of experience in insurance verification Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com