Insurance Verifier

Insurance Verifier – Endoscopy Center of Bergen County

We are looking for a full-time Insurance Verifier to support our surgical team by ensuring all patient insurance information is verified and accurate before procedures. This role requires strong communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information.

Location: Newark, NJ

Verifies insurance coverage based on information provided by physician offices at the time of scheduling. Contact the patient to gather additional information, if needed, as well as to notify them of their financial responsibility before the scheduled date of service. Reviews financial obligation with the patient and authorized party following USPI’s Surgicares program or any other program established by the company.

Pre-qualifies third‑party coverage of scheduled procedure(s). Actively coordinates with materials management regarding required implants, equipment, and/or supplies needed for scheduled cases in order to calculate allowable and patient responsibility accurately.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in insurance verification and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently.
• Ability to interact positively with co‑workers, supervisors, and other facility employees.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of accessing benefits from various sources such as phone, person, and websites.
• Ability to interpret benefits and convey them to patients, as well as to calculate allowable amounts.
• Ability to use discretion when dealing with the public.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate patient benefits and payment options effectively and professionally.
• Ability to calculate allowable and patient responsibility accurately.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Pay Range: $21.00 – $25.00 per hour (wages are determined based on qualifications and experience).

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Health savings accounts, health care & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.

At USPI, we create relationships that lead to better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first‑class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. We are proud of an inclusive culture that respects differences, nurtures contributions, and embraces diversity, strengthening our ability to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician populations.

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care