Patient Services Representative

Job TitlePatient Services RepresentativeJob DescriptionAt Highpoint Sumner Physical Therapy we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.What We OfferFundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employeesCompetitive Paid Time OffEmployee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicantsAnd much more...Job SummaryPatient Services Representative Performs receptionist, registration, and clerical duties associated with direct and scheduled patient admissions. Interviews patients for all pertinent account information and verifies insurance coverage. Reports to: Assistant Director of Patient RegistrationEssential FunctionsEnsures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy, assigning medical record number if appropriate. Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members, ensures all necessary signatures are obtained for treatment. Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation. Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions. Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement. Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up. Researches the patients visit history to ensure compliance with third party payer requirements, completing appropriate documentation as applicable. Collects co-pays and other funds from patients based upon established criteria.EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent Required or 3 years of directly related experience may be substituted for the required education.ExperienceBilling or collection experience preferred. Computer experience required.EEOC StatementHighpoint- Sumner Physical Therapy is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.