About the role
This is a remote position.
Only LATAM-based candidates (bilingual in Spanish and English) We are seeking an experiencedInsurance Verification & Authorization Specialistto support a busy U.S.-based medical practice. This role plays a critical part in daily operations by ensuring next-day patient readiness, accurate insurance verification, timely authorizations, and a smooth patient financial experience.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced medical environment while collaborating closely with on-site teams.
Contract: Service Provision- Independant Contractor Key Responsibilities * Performinsurance eligibility and benefits verificationfor next-day patients across multiple carriers * Confirm active coverage and accurately determinepatient financial responsibility(copays, deductibles, coinsurance) for visits, procedures, and treatments * Obtainreferrals and prior authorizationsfrom primary care physicians and insurance companies * Navigate and utilizehealth plan portals and insurance platformsefficiently * Collect payments fortelehealth visitswhen applicable * Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure patient readiness and prevent delays, denials, or cancellations * Support general administrative and office-related duties as needed * Work collaboratively with other insurance verification specialists and on-site staff
Requirements
* Minimum1 year of experiencein insurance verification within a medical office * Proven experience withreferrals and prior authorization processes * Strong understanding ofmedical terminology, includingCPT codes * Hands-on experience withinsurance portals and verification platforms * Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet daily deadlines * Ability to learn quickly and adapt in afast-paced environment * Strong teamwork skills and professional communication style * Customer service–oriented mindset
Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working withRheumatology practices * Familiarity with Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and commercial plans * Bilingual proficiency inEnglish and Spanish * Previous experience working remotely with U.S.-based medical offices
Benefits
* 100% Remote * Weekends OFF * Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing healthcare support company * Competitive compensation based on experience * Structured onboarding and ongoing support * Opportunity for professional growth and increased responsibilities based on performance * Collaborative and respectful remote work environment * Productivity bonus of 50 USD (paid in local currency) * Reliability bonus of 25 USD (paid in local currency) * Consecutive reliability bonus of 50 USD (paid in local currency)
Originally posted on Himalayas