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Insurance and authorization specialist

Miller Ophthalmology Associate

Whippany, NJ 07981 • $25.00 to $28.00 / hr • 11/4/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing

Key Responsibilities:
Verifying eligibility: Confirming patient insurance benefits, deductibles, co-pays, and out-of-pocket maximums via portals or phone.
Securing authorizations: Obtaining prior authorizations and pre-certifications for medical procedures.
Data entry: Accurately entering demographic and insurance data into Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
Patient communication: Explaining financial responsibilities to patients compassionately before their appointments.
Core Qualifications to Require/Prefer:
Experience: 1–3 years of experience in medical billing, insurance verification, or healthcare front-office roles.
System Familiarity: Experience with major EHR/EMR systems (e.g., Epic, eClinicalWorks, Allscripts, MODMED a plus) and insurance web portals (e.g., Availity).
Skills: Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10, and CPT codes.