Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Billing & Insurance Coordinator to manage insurance eligibility, pre-authorizations, claims submission, reconciliation, and patient billing processes.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate revenue cycle management, compliance with UAE healthcare regulations, and a seamless financial experience for patients. This role requires strong coordination with clinical teams, front desk staff, insurers, and finance.
Key Responsibilities
- Insurance Verification & Pre-Authorization
- Verify patient insurance eligibility, coverage limits, exclusions, and co-pay requirements prior to appointments
- Obtain and track pre-authorizations for consultations, diagnostic services, imaging, laboratory tests, and procedures
- Coordinate with clinicians to ensure required medical documentation supports authorization requests
- Communicate approvals, denials, and coverage details to patients and internal teams
- Claims Submission & Processing
- Prepare, review, and submit accurate insurance claims in compliance with UAE payer requirements and coding standards
- Ensure correct CPT/ICD coding coordination with clinical and medical records teams
- Monitor claim status, follow up on pending claims, and resolve rejected or denied claims promptly
- Maintain accurate documentation of submissions, resubmissions, and appeals
- Patient Billing & Collections
- Generate patient invoices for co-payments, deductibles, and uncovered services
- Provide clear explanations of charges and payment responsibilities to patients
- Process payments and maintain accurate financial records
- Support collections follow-up in a professional and patient-centered manner
- Revenue Cycle & Reconciliation
- Reconcile daily billing reports with EMR and finance records
- Coordinate with the finance department on revenue reporting and discrepancies
- Track KPIs related to claims acceptance rates, denials, and turnaround times
- Identify opportunities to improve billing efficiency and reduce revenue leakage
- Compliance & Regulatory Adherence
- Ensure compliance with DHA regulations, insurance policies, and UAE healthcare billing standards
- Maintain confidentiality of patient financial and medical information
- Support internal audits and insurance audits when required
- Collaboration & Patient Experience
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, radiology, laboratory, and front desk teams to ensure seamless workflow
- Support transparent communication with patients regarding coverage, approvals, and financial obligations
- Contribute to continuous improvement of administrative and operational processes
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Healthcare Administration, Finance, Medical Coding, or related field
- Minimum 2-4 years of experience in healthcare billing and insurance coordination in the UAE
- Strong understanding of UAE insurance providers, claim submission systems, and DHA billing regulations
- Familiarity with ICD and CPT coding standards
- Experience using EMR systems and insurance portals
Preferred:
- Experience in specialty clinics (endocrinology, diabetes, metabolic health, cardiology)
- Knowledge of value-based care or integrated care models
- Experience handling high-volume insurance coordination
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Problem-solving mindset with ability to manage claim rejections effectively
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Professional, patient-centered approach
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment