Insurance A/R Follow-Up Specialist, Plastic Surgery

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Insurance A/R specialist resolving unpaid claims, prior authorizations, and eligibility issues for a California plastic surgery practice. Remote full-time role supporting U.S. healthcare revenue cycle operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Call insurance companies to check claim status and resolve unpaid or underpaid claims
  • Work aging A/R reports and prioritize follow-up by balance and timely filing risk
  • Follow up on pending prior authorizations until a decision is received
  • Verify patient eligibility and benefits before scheduled procedures
  • Check claim status through payer portals and the practice's claim status tools
  • Identify denials and route them for correction, appeal, or resubmission
  • Document every call and portal action clearly, including reference numbers and next steps
  • Escalate stalled claims and authorizations to the practice billing team
  • Protect patient information and follow HIPAA requirements

Requirements:

  • At least 1 year of experience with U.S. healthcare insurance follow-up
  • Experience calling payers on claim status and prior authorizations
  • Familiarity with commercial insurance and government health plans
  • Experience using payer portals and insurance websites
  • Strong written and spoken English, with confidence on long payer calls
  • Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple patient accounts
  • Reliable internet connection and a suitable remote workspace
  • Preferred: Experience supporting plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery, or other surgical practices
  • Preferred: Experience with surgical prior authorizations and medical necessity documentation
  • Preferred: Familiarity with California insurance plans such as Blue Shield of California
  • Preferred: Experience using Stedi or similar claim status tools
  • Must be available 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Pacific Time
  • Philippines-based applicants preferred

Benefits:

  • Remote work arrangement
  • Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week