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WaveCrest Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Financial Clearance Specialist III to support patient registration, insurance verification, and authorization coordination at a leading cancer treatment center. This role is responsible for obtaining authorizations for complex patient services, verifying insurance benefits, and ensuring patients are financially cleared for appointments and procedures.

Location:

Irwindale, CA Pay:

$26-31/hr

Duration:

6-month contract (covering LOA)

Schedule:

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Responsibilities:

Obtain prior authorizations for procedures, testing, chemotherapy, surgeries, and other patient services through insurance carriers. Review patient charts and submit required documentation to insurance companies for treatment authorization. Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, demographics, and financial information prior to patient appointments. Perform patient pre-registration and financial clearance for various patient types. Communicate with patients, providers, physician offices, insurance companies, and internal departments to resolve authorization and coverage issues. Track pending authorizations and follow up with insurance companies to ensure timely approval. Explain insurance coverage, copayments, and expected patient financial responsibilities. Identify patients who may need financial counseling or assistance programs. Maintain accurate patient records and documentation while following confidentiality and compliance requirements. Provide excellent customer service while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Requirements:

5-10 years of relevant experience preferred. Recent experience using Epic EMR is required. Strong experience submitting and reviewing insurance authorizations, preferably in a cancer hospital or oncology setting. Experience with insurance and benefit verification. Experience navigating major insurance plan web portals. Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare registration or referral coordination. Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. #

INDBH Pay:

$26.00 - $31.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance

Work Location:

In person