Surgery Partners, Inc · 1 week ago
AUTHORIZATION & VERIFICATION SPECIALIST (ON-SITE) - BILLING
Post Falls, Idaho, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNorthwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a detail oriented and customer service focused Authorization & Verification Specialist to join their team. The role is responsible for scheduling surgical cases and verifying patient insurance, ensuring accurate clerical duties and smooth patient transitions.
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Responsibilities
Assuring that surgical cases are scheduled and verifying patient insurance
Calling all primary and secondary insurance for verification of benefits for deductibles
In and out of network benefits including copays
Notifying front desk and necessary staff members of non-reimbursable benefits
Telephone backup and transferring of all calls
Smooth transitioning of patients through the services they require
Ensure that copies of appropriate documentation are obtained to facilitate the billing and collections process
Ensure that co-payments and payments on patients accounts are taken, accounted for and processed accurately
Backup for completing a daily log of patient payments collected as needed
Ensure that all information entered into the automated admitting/registration system is accurate and complete
Prepare preregistration packets for all patients
Update medical records for return patients as needed
Help with closing procedures
Qualification
Required
High school diploma is required; bachelor's degree in related field is preferred
Must be able to achieve CPR certification within 60 days of employment
Ability to relate and work effectively with others
Demonstrated skills in verbal, written English, and public speaking ability
Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement and that of others
Demonstrated computer skills in utilizing word processing, integrated databases, and other computer functions
Previous experience with healthcare scheduling and insurance knowledge is required
Preferred
bachelor's degree in related field is preferred
Benefits
Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible positions)
Tuition reimbursement
Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
A generous 401K retirement plan
A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance
Company
Surgery Partners, Inc
Surgery Partners is a leading operator of surgical facilities and ancillary services with more than 180 locations nationwide.
Founded in 2000
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.57BKey Investors
Bain Capital Private Equity
2025-12-11Post Ipo Debt· $425M
2024-03-26Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2022-11-21Post Ipo Equity· $800M
Leadership Team
Kevin Hockenson
Group Chief Executive Officer
Nigel Musgrove
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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