Reimbursement Specialist

Posted 23hrs ago

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Reimbursement Specialist supporting patient access to life-saving medications at Valeris. Verifying insurance benefits and coordinating reimbursement assistance for patients, providers, and caregivers.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide inbound and outbound phone support as the primary contact for patients, caregivers, and providers
  • Coordinate and monitor patient needs throughout the Patient Support Program journey
  • Handle day-to-day reimbursement services activities
  • Interact with healthcare insurance companies to verify financial aspects of healthcare services
  • Advise patients on eligibility requirements, program enrollment, reimbursement processes, affordability support, and therapy access
  • Establish relationships and maintain rapport with patients, payers, and healthcare providers
  • Provide ongoing support and program information to healthcare providers
  • Verify insurance coverage, medical billing, reimbursement processes, and access for complex pharmaceuticals
  • Evaluate program enrollment forms for data integrity
  • Conduct insurance benefit investigations and triage cases according to standard operating procedures
  • Follow program guidelines and escalate complex cases according to policies, SOPs, Call Guides, and program materials
  • Maintain case records and document status and background in the case management system
  • Communicate patient benefits and assist with prior authorization and appeals processes
  • Explain benefits offered by private/commercial and government payers, including Medicare, Medicaid, VA, and DOD
  • Liaise with client contacts, Program Management, internal stakeholders, and healthcare providers
  • Maintain records according to applicable standards and regulations
  • Serve as a brand advocate and program representative while delivering customer service and quality outcomes
  • Collaborate with the Program Manager regarding patient status, prescriber feedback, satisfaction, and program effectiveness
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy
  • Meet training deadlines and follow all SOPs
  • Perform additional assigned tasks or projects

Requirements:

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred; or a minimum of 4 years of call center or customer service experience with progressive levels of responsibility within a service-driven environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Knowledge of medical insurance terminology and reimbursement/insurance, healthcare billing, physician office, health insurance processing, or related experience
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Attention to detail and committed follow-through
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, multitask, and adapt to change while adhering to Program Standards
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Empathetic listening skills
  • Punctuality, reliability, and strong attendance record
  • Proficient with Microsoft products
  • Bilingual preferred
  • Ability to type at least 35 words per minute with 97% accuracy preferred
  • Successful completion of a background check and, depending on the position, a drug screen
  • M-F 8A-5P or 10A-7P EST only

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
  • Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
  • Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
  • Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% contributed, with immediate vesting
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
  • Nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement and personal and professional growth
  • Challenging, stimulating work environment encouraging new ideas
  • Inclusive workplace and mission-driven culture
  • Minimal travel flexibility preferred