Clinical Services Specialist

At American Vision Partners (AVP) we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems operational infrastructure and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center Southwestern Eye Center Retinal Consultants of Arizona M&M Eye Institute Abrams Eye Institute Southwest Eye Institute Aiello Eye Institute Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction Wellish Vision Institute West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nations largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona New Mexico Nevada California and Texas including 25 ambulatory surgical centers.

At AVP we value teamwork providing exceptional experiences continuous improvement financial strength and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care pioneering research and technology and most importantly rewarding and recognizing our employees!

The Clinic Services Specialists overall responsibility is ensuring that patient benefits cover required services. Will verify insurance coverage and benefits for new and existing patients. Duties will include accurately verifying insurance benefits and eligibility using multiple resources online portals and via phone. Requesting referrals and authorizations based on insurance guidelines. Determine patient responsibility and
updating information accordingly.

Prioritizing and following the established verification process

Verify detailed insurance benefits authorization and referral guidelines.

Review and correct data entry errors made by scheduling team
Accurately verify full insurance benefits and eligibility using online resources and phone
Enter insurance referrals and authorizations as needed
Notating what patient financial responsibility will be such as copay balances and credits.
Acting as a resource to staff and patients regarding benefits and eligibility
Ensures all key information needed for the visit are in the patients chart such as labs/images
chart notes referrals and authorizations
Ensures referring provider data is accurately entered in electronic system
Support multiple AVP offices with Chart Prep services
Responds to emails regarding verifications
Engages patients in a courteous and helpful manner
Applies knowledge of medical terminology to document appropriately
Performs any and all duties as reasonably assigned
Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations

• Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance is a plus.
• Must be computer literate.
• Ability to read write speak and comprehend written policies and documents.
• Must have consistent predictable and reliable attendance.
• Commitment to AVP Core Values- Financial Strength Exceptional Experience Team Work Continuous Improvement and Hard Work.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• Desire to uphold and adhere to COVID 19 policies and procedures.
• Dedication to high quality patient care and patient satisfaction.
• Positive attitude and excellent telephone etiquette.
• Must provide their own internet services
• Have a semi-private work space to adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations

Your health happiness and your future matters! At AVP we offer everything from medical and dental insurance significant eye care discounts child care assistance pet insurance continuing education funds 401(k) paid holidays PTO Sick Time opportunity for growth and much more!