Insurance Verification Specialist

Part Time Home Health Insurance Verification Specialist 1 year contract100% Remote Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Home Health Insurance Verification Specialist to support insurance eligibility, benefits verification, authorization review, and payer validation activities throughout the patient care lifecycle. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring accurate reimbursement, timely admissions, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted patient care by validating insurance coverage and payer requirements across a variety of government and commercial health plans. This role requires a strong understanding of healthcare insurance verification processes, payer guidelines, reimbursement requirements, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both operational and clinical teams. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive insurance eligibility and benefits verification prior to admission and throughout the patient care lifecycle. Verify Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, Medicaid Managed Care, commercial insurance, hospice coverage, self-pay accounts, and specialty program eligibility. Review payer-specific requirements, authorization requirements, coverage limitations, and reimbursement methodologies. Utilize Epic and multiple payer portals to validate coverage, eligibility, and authorization status. Determine primary and secondary payer responsibility and ensure accurate billing pathways. Research and resolve insurance discrepancies, coverage changes, policy terminations, and authorization issues. Document verification findings and payer communications accurately within the EMR. Monitor and manage assigned work queues to ensure timely completion of verification activities. Partner with clinicians, case managers, and operational teams regarding coverage, eligibility, and reimbursement impacts. Identify reimbursement risks and proactively communicate concerns to appropriate stakeholders. Support audits, compliance efforts, and payer-related investigations as needed. Maintain productivity, quality, and accuracy standards while managing a high-volume workload. Required Qualifications 3+ years of healthcare insurance verification, patient access, revenue cycle, or related healthcare operations experience. Epic experience. Experience verifying Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance plans. Strong understanding of insurance eligibility, benefits verification, authorizations, and reimbursement processes. Experience working with payer portals and eligibility verification tools. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently in a remote environment. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Home Health insurance verification experience. Home Health revenue cycle experience. Knowledge of Home Health billing regulations and reimbursement requirements. Experience supporting admissions, recertifications, and episode management workflows. Experience collaborating with nurses, case managers, clinicians, and care coordination teams. LPN, RN, Patient Access, Insurance Verification, or Revenue Cycle background. Skills & Competencies Healthcare insurance verificationEligibility and benefits validationAuthorization managementRevenue cycle operationsMedicare and Medicaid knowledgeEpic EMRPayer portal navigationCompliance and documentationCritical thinking and problem solvingStakeholder communicationTime management and prioritization EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. 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