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StaffSource, LLC

Medical Insurance Verification Specialist

StaffSource, LLC, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955

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Job Description Make a Difference Where It Counts

Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families across East Tennessee. This role is more than data entry — it’s about removing barriers to care by ensuring clients can access critical services without financial ambiguity. If you bring precision, insurance expertise, and a passion for helping people, this is your chance to align your career with purpose.

Position Overview As a

Medical Insurance Verification Specialist , you will be the first line of defense in confirming insurance eligibility, resolving billing obstacles, and supporting the reimbursement lifecycle for a wide array of behavioral health and social service programs. Your efforts directly impact service accessibility for vulnerable populations, and your diligence ensures operational efficiency across clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively verify insurance eligibility and benefits for upcoming client appointments using payer portals, clearinghouses, and internal systems

Accurately update client benefit profiles and maintain real-time insurance data within the electronic medical record (EMR)

Communicate patient responsibilities and coverage issues to front-line teams via HIPAA-compliant processes

Identify and elevate issues such as lapses in coverage, authorization delays, or denial risks to billing and leadership teams

Serve as a knowledgeable resource for staff and clients regarding insurance coverage questions, claims status, and billing processes

Partner with clinical and administrative teams to ensure intake documentation is complete, accurate, and policy-aligned

Monitor daily eligibility and non-payment reports, recommend resolution strategies, and contribute to continuous process improvements

Collect patient financial responsibility when applicable and provide professional support in payment arrangements or financial counseling referrals

Support write-off processes and A/R resolution efforts through detailed tracking, audit readiness, and compliance adherence

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

High school diploma or GED

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years working in medical insurance verification, revenue cycle, or medical billing in a healthcare setting

Technical:

Proficient in EMR systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and payer-specific portals

Knowledge Base:

Working familiarity with Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and TennCare plans

Soft Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Collaborative mindset with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude

Company Description StaffSource is committed to creating long-term partnerships where we can truly affect both clients’ and candidates’ lives for the better. Founded in 2003, StaffSource now has a 20+ year company history with business units operating within Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Sales, Executive Search and more. Headquartered in Knoxville, TN, StaffSource serves clients and candidates across the United States with national, regional, and localized talent searches based on the specific needs of each client and the unique goals of top talent everywhere.

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