Medical Insurance Verification Specialist

Now hiring for a Medical Insurance Verification Specialist
Location: Lafayette, LA
Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour

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Are you detail-oriented and experienced in healthcare administration? Join our team as a Medical Insurance Verifier! In this role, you will help ensure accurate insurance verification, minimize claim denials, and support a positive patient experience through clear communication and efficient documentation.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Additional healthcare, medical billing, or insurance-related education is a plus

• Previous experience in medical insurance verification, medical billing, patient access, or a related healthcare role preferred
• Experience with commercial insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid verification preferred
• Familiarity with EMR systems and insurance portals

• Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits before appointments
• Confirm coverage details, deductibles, copays, and out-of-pocket costs
• Determine prior authorization and referral requirements
• Document verification information accurately in EMR systems
• Communicate coverage and patient responsibility information
• Resolve insurance issues with patients and internal departments
• Follow up on pending authorizations and verification requests
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality standards

• Sit for extended periods while working at a computer
• Perform frequent data entry and phone communication
• Maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Supportive Professional Environment focused on teamwork, growth, and success.

“Staffmark worked diligently to find me a place to work.” – Stacey, Administrative Assistant

As a Medical Insurance Verification Specialist you will provide administrative support by coordinating schedules, maintaining records, preparing documents, answering communications, organizing files, and assisting coworkers with daily operational needs. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach.

The Medical Insurance Verification Specialist role is central to maintaining an efficient and professional office environment. This position supports daily operations by helping organize schedules, communications, documents, records, and administrative workflows.

A successful Medical Insurance Verification Specialist is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working with a variety of people, systems, and priorities. The role requires the ability to communicate clearly, follow through on assignments, and keep information organized and accessible.

Individuals in this role help create structure in busy work environments. By supporting coworkers, responding to requests, and keeping administrative processes moving, the Medical Insurance Verification Specialist contributes directly to team productivity and business success.