Experienced Intake / Verification Specialist

Please Only apply if you have at least 3 years of intake / verification experience AIS Healthcare is the leading provider of Targeted Drug Delivery (TDD), and Infusion Care solutions. With our diverse culture, and our values around Innovation, Stewardship, and Unity, we are committed to Advancing Quality and Improving Lives. We are dedicated to doing more for our patients by providing quality products and services that enhance the entire care experience. AIS Healthcare is looking for experienced and motivated benefit verification and authorization experts to join our dynamic team! The perfect candidate should have outstanding communication skills, an in-depth knowledge of collection practices, work in compliance with Federal and State rules, regulations, and policy related to benefit verification and authorization activities. AIS Healthcare offers great benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, a vacation package, 401K plan with a generous employer match, 100% work from home opportunity, growth, and more! EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) equivalent is required. 3-5 years of healthcare industry experience is strongly preferred. Home Infusion, Intrathecal Pain Management experience preferred. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the processes for patient insurance eligibility and benefits for a variety of payers to include but not limited to: Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, Humana, Worker’s Comp, Medicare, and Medicaid. Specific knowledge of Authorization processes relative to GAPs, Pre-determination, PCP Referrals, and Single Case Agreements. Detailed and accurate entry of insurance and authorization information into EHR systems by Standard Operation Procedures. Complete follow-up on pending or expired authorizations, referrals as assigned. Review authorization denials for accuracy; initiate the appeal process until the case is overturned, appeal options are exhausted, or decision is made to discontinue the process. Documents details of all calls by the Standard Operation Procedures of the department. Timely follow-up and response to all Quality Reviews. Recognizes patients’ rights and responsibilities and supports them in the performance of job duties, respects patients’ rights to privacy and confidentiality. Maintains strict confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations. Maintains understanding of NDC (National Drug Code) numbers, metric quantities, and knowledge of infusion supplies. Maintains a broad range of knowledge of insurance plans, medical terminology, billing procedures, government regulations, and medical codes. Shares knowledge gained with other staff members and works as a team member. Interact with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Ability to recognize, evaluate and exercise good judgment in solving complex situations and advising in accordance with laws and regulations. Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Strong work ethic with personal qualities of integrity and credibility. Self-directed, detail oriented, conscientious, organized, and able to follow through. Ability to deal in an organized manner with problems involving multiple variables within the scope of the position. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Steps to Apply: Complete the required Culture Index Candidate Assessment (Directions to follow below in this job posting, so please read in its entirety). *** No application will be considered if the applicant does not follow instructions and completes the assessment as part of the application process. Culture Index Candidate Assessment Why does AIS utilize the Culture Index Assessment? We recognize how important our employees are to the success of our company. Our company continues to thrive due to a culture of teamwork and our ability to match potential hires with positions that best utilize their natural traits and skillsets. AIS utilizes the Culture Index Candidate Assessment surveys to help us select the best match for our positions. How can I complete the assessment? Copy and paste the following link into your browser and press enter. Then, select the corresponding position for which you are applying. (Only one assessment per candidate is required.) The assessment is brief, taking less than ten minutes to complete. portal.cultureindex.com/public/survey/general/0BFB8F0000 AIS HealthCare™ is the leading provider of advanced sterile, patient-specific intrathecal pump medications and in-home intravenous infusion, including immune globulin therapies. These services combine with your advanced nursing and care coordination solutions, assist physicians and hospitals in delivering a superior level of care for optimal therapeutic outcomes. We offer a wonderful work culture, looking for an impact player who is positive, earnest and hardworking