Insurance Specialist

The hours for this role are 10:00 am - 630 pm CST. Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year. The Insurance Verification Coordinator is responsible for verifying patient insurance benefit and eligibility. Requests and loads pre-certification approval for consults and follow up visits. Records and indexes all benefit and certification information into the EMR according to documented work processes. Coordinates coverage restrictions and works in coordination with other departments to prevent or resolve payment issues. Ensures every customer receives the highest level of customer service. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Responsible for auditing schedules to ensure all patients have been verified and active. Ensures any coverage restrictions are documented and addressed to avoid payment problems. Prioritizes workload to ensure deadlines are met. Responsible for obtaining referrals or authorizations from primary care office or insurance companies. Acts as source of reference for team members and works with other internal teams to assist in resolving insurance issues. Indexing incoming records/referrals. Completes any additional job duties as assigned. All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment. Position Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Certificate from College or Technical School preferred. 2 – 3 years’ experience in medical or related field required. Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures. Knowledge of health insurance industry practices and/or medical billing procedures. Computer literacy required, experience with medical scheduling/billing systems is preferred. At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits: Competitive compensation Flexible scheduling Cross training opportunities Medical, dental, and vision insurance HSA accounts with employer contributions 401(k) eligibility with employer match Paid holidays Defined PTO and sick time programs Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked. Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability. Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr