Benefits Coordinator-Intermediate (School of Dentistry-Prosthodontics)
At a glance
Mid-level Compensation & Benefits role at Fa Eomf Saasfaprod1. San Antonio · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $79,921–$136,750 across the United States.
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What you'll do
- Check patient eligibility and benefits before visits, then secure needed authorizations and referrals
- Help patients understand coverage limits and balances, and answer clinic staff questions about insurance requirements
- Schedule appointments around provider availability and clinic procedures while handling calls about visits, coverage and referrals
- Keep insurance and authorization records accurate, and address access or scheduling problems that could disrupt care
What you bring
- A high school diploma or GED is required
- You can review insurance coverage, verify eligibility, and handle authorizations and referrals
- You are proficient with Microsoft Office, electronic medical records and scheduling systems
Who this fits
This mid-level, on-site role suits someone comfortable coordinating patient access and insurance work within clinic schedules. Dental experience is preferred.
From the employer
The Benefits Coordinator Intermediate under the School of Dentistry provides patient access and insurance coordination functions in support of clinical operations. Responsible for verifying insurance coverage, obtaining authorizations and referrals, supporting financial counseling activities, and serving as a resource to clinic staff on insurance and benefits questions. Ensures efficient patient scheduling contributes to a positive patient experience, supports clinic operations, and delivers service consistent with the UT Health mission, vision, and patient promise.
- Verifies patient insurance eligibility and benefits prior to appointments.
- Obtains required authorizations and referrals for services and procedures.
- Serves as a resource to clinic staff regarding insurance and benefit requirements.
- Assists patients with questions related to insurance coverage and financial responsibilities.
- Supports financial counseling by identifying insurance coverage limitations and patient balances.
- Coordinates appointment scheduling according to provider availability and clinic protocols.
- Handles high-volume phone inquiries related to appointments, insurance, and referrals.
- Maintains accurate documentation of insurance and authorization information.
- Assists with resolving insurance or scheduling issues that may impact patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision, and patient promise of UT Health.
- Knowledge of medical insurance processes including eligibility verification, authorizations, and referrals.
- Strong analytical skills to review insurance coverage and resolve patient access issues.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate work within clinic schedules.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, electronic medical records, and scheduling systems.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
PREFERRED:
- Dental experience is highly preferred.