Patient Access Specialist, Outpatient Surgery Scheduling (Full-time 8:00-4:30 pm)

Job Title

Performs registration, pre-registration, scheduling and rescheduling procedures. Verifies eligibility and obtains or verifies prior authorization was obtained for service(s). Verifies patient's demographics and accurately inputs the information into the registration and/or scheduling application(s), including documenting the account thoroughly in order to maximize reimbursement and minimize denials/penalties from the payor(s). Verifies and understands insurance benefits. Performs point of service activities collecting copayments and self pay payments, in some instances will request copayments at the time of scheduling or pre-registration.

Education and Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two years customer service experience to have included at least one year healthcare registration and/or insurance processing.
• Working knowledge of insurance processing to include insurance verification/eligibility.
• Registration, Insurance Verification and/or Patient account experience, preferably in a hospital or medical office is preferred.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm, 40 hours, No weekends

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