An Eligibility Specialist provides assistance and information for people who apply for a government benefits program or health care program. Answers questions, assists with an application process, and reviews applications and relevant background information to determine eligibility. May assist eligible applicants with enrolling in a program.
Verification Specialist EYE-Q Vision Care - 2.7 Fresno, CA Job Details Full-time $23 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Pet insurance Qualifications Record keeping Phone communication Computer literacy Spreadsheets High school diploma or GED Clinical data entry Accounting Desktop applications Productivity software Quality data entry Client interaction via phone calls
Full Job Description Description:
Do you want to help people see better, look better, and feel better? The Verification Specialist will be responsible for obtaining insurance authorizations and verification of eligibility for all clinic appointments through using interface systems, placing calls to various insurances and/or physician offices, and utilizing internet applications for vision and medical referrals/authorizations.
ABOUT EYE-Q
Consistently ranked one of the top ten "Best Companies to work for in Central California" since 2006. EYE-Q Vision Care proudly serves the California Central Valley. We are a fast-paced, highly complex practice and offer several specialty services to our patients. Our team of ophthalmologists, optometrists, and professional support staff handle all aspects of eye/vision care, from general exams to complex surgeries. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about providing excellent care to our patients while treating fellow coworkers with dignity and respect.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Generate appointment reports daily and determine which appointments require authorization and/or referral Access interface programs and place telephone calls for benefit and eligibility information Document patient authorizations and benefit data in the practice management system Contact primary care physicians for referrals and/or authorization Identify and obtain proper benefits for all patients on the schedule Contact patients for discrepancies regarding insurance policy identifications Facilitate authorizations and imaging appointments for outpatient referrals Advise coordinator of problems or trends relating to authorizations and/or referrals Adhere to HIPAA regulations concerning patient privacy and confidentiality
SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday
FT WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive pay Annual scrub vouchers Excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k, pet insurance, etc.) Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Employee discounts (glasses, contacts, and other cosmetic services) Birthday and milestone anniversary gifts Employee assistance program Employee appreciation events We will review applications until the position is filled.
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https://eyeqvc.com/careers/
Requirements:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of electronic data entry Ability to use computers, calculators, and programs such as Microsoft Excel, internet, e-mail, and EHR Knowledge of recordkeeping and basic accounting Ability to manage stress and remain composed in a fast-paced, high-stress environment Ability to hear in person and over the phone in various settings Knowledge of NextGen (preferred) Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma/GED Six months to one year of related experience and/or technical school training Bachelor's degree (preferred) One to two years of related experience and/or training (preferred)
