Insurance Verification Specialist

Job Title: Insurance Verification Specialist

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Industry: Healthcare / Medical Administration

Pay: $19.00 – $21.00 / Hourly

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client, a growing healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality patient care. This role supports a busy ophthalmology practice with a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Insurance Verification Specialist to join our client’s team in Phoenix. This role is contract-to-hire and offers the opportunity to grow within a supportive healthcare environment. You will be responsible for verifying insurance eligibility, securing authorizations, and ensuring accurate documentation to support the revenue cycle process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify insurance coverage and patient eligibility for ongoing treatments.
• Obtain authorizations and referrals from payers as needed.
• Accurately update and maintain records in the EMR system.
• Work with Medicare, Medicaid, AHCCCS, BCBS, Cigna, and other commercial payers.
• Clearly communicate patient benefits and financial responsibility.
• Handle a high volume of verifications (100+ per day) in a fast-paced setting.
• Support accurate billing and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of insurance verification or related healthcare experience.
• Previous experience with EMR systems (NextGen preferred).
• Familiarity with government and commercial insurance plans.
• Knowledge of basic medical coding (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) a plus.
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Additional Details:

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Assignment: Contract-to-hire
• Training: 1 week classroom training + hands-on support from senior staff

Perks & Benefits:

• Contract-to-hire with growth opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work culture
• Business casual dress code
• Convenient on-site parking
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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