Insurance Benefits Specialist Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an Insurance Benefits Specialist make in Chicago, IL? The average Insurance Benefits Specialist salary in Chicago, IL is $66,678 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $60,165 and $73,618. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Insurance Benefits and Eligibility Specialist

Urology Group - Cincinnati , OH

The Urology Group is interviewing for an Insurance Benefits and Eligibility Specialist . The position is Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm in our Norwood business office. Duties: * Determine benefits and ...

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Human Resources/Benefits Specialist - Hope Cooperative

TLCS, Inc. - Sacramento , CA

Employer-paid health insurance for employees and children (Kaiser, Sutter or Western Health ... The Benefits Specialist is expected to develop the comprehensive knowledge and skill level ...

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Alameda Electrical Distributors & California Service Tool - Hayward , CA

Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, and LTD Insurance * Paid Major Holidays and Paid Time Off * Commuter ... The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for implementing, evaluating, and administering ...

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Benefits Specialist

Greater Nevada Credit Union - Reno , NV

The Benefit Specialist is responsible for managing and administering the employee benefits program ... Supplemental insurance and life insurance plans * Paid time off, including vacation and sick time ...

LinkedIn - 4 days ago

Leave of Absence and Benefits Specialist

Mulberry Talent Partners - Portland , OR

Leave of Absence & Benefits Specialist * Contract (6-12 weeks) * Downtown Portland, OR * Hybrid ... Administer and maintain employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans ...

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Life Agents / Annuity Agents - Certified Federal Benefits Specialist

Federal Employees Retirement Services - San Mateo , CA

The Certified Federal Benefit Specialist is well recognized and a prestigious designation within ... YOUR QUALIFICATIONS: -Life Insurance License -Doesn't mind making phone calls or popping in to meet ...

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What does an Insurance Benefits Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of an Insurance Benefits Specialist

Attends monthly staff meetings and all mandatory organization activities.

January 06, 2023

Assist with new group installs, quotes, membership changes, and renewals.

January 08, 2023

Follows policies and procedures for timely and complete documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

February 21, 2023

Understanding medical terminology to be able to answer clinical questions after reviewing chart notes.

March 25, 2023

Performs reception functions and assures that the telephones are answered, and patients/visitors are greeted in a timely, courteous and professional manner.

March 31, 2023

Provides excellent internal/external customer services via telephone, email or face-to-face contact to assist patients and clients with their eligibility and enrollment needs, and staff with questions or concerns regarding health coverage programs processes and requirements.

April 10, 2023

Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication, including the ability actively listen, and problem solve with minimal assistance.

April 19, 2023

Request ancillary plan renewal packages, alternative quotes, evaluate, analyze and make recommendations for best solutions.

April 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Insurance Benefits Specialist in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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60165

73618

66678

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

61532

76462

68366

What is the average salary for Insurance Benefits Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Insurance Benefits Specialist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Insurance Benefits Specialist ranges from $60,165 to $73,618 with the average base salary of $66,678. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,532 to $76,462 with the average total cash compensation of $68,366.

View Average Salary for Insurance Benefits Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$66,678	$60,165 - $73,618
Bonus	$1,688	$1,367 - $2,844
Total Pay	$68,366	$61,532 - $76,462

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Insurance Benefits Specialist Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,503 - $74,032	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,503 - $74,032	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,434 - $73,948	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,480 - $74,004	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,480 - $74,004	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,126 - $72,347	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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