Patient Access Representative vacancy at Conifer in Council Bluffs

Conifer is at present looking to employ Patient Access Representative on Wed, 18 Sep 2013 10:02:20 GMT. Description As a part of the Tenet and Catholic Health Initiatives family, Conifer Health Solutions is a leading healthcare business process management services provider working to improve operational performance for more than 600 clients so they can support financial improvement, enhance the patient experience and drive value-based performance. Through our revenue cycle management, patient...

Patient Access Representative

Location: Council Bluffs Iowa

Description: Conifer is at present looking to employ Patient Access Representative right now, this vacancy will be placed in Iowa. More details about this vacancy opportunity kindly read the description below. Description

As a part of the Tenet and Catholic Health Initiatives family, Conifer Health Solutions is a leading healthcare business process management services provider working to im! prove operational performance for more than 600 clients so they can support financial improvement, enhance the patient experience and drive value-based performance. Through our revenue cycle management, patient communications, and value-based solutions, we empower healthcare decision makers-hospitals, health systems, physicians, self-insured employers and payers-to better connect every point of care and wellness management. Are you ready to be a part of our solutions? Welcome to the company that gives you the resources and incentives to redefine healthcare services, with a competitive benefits package and leadership to take your career to the next step!

Conifer Health Solutions is currently hiring for a Patient Access Representative to work Part Time at Alegent Mercy Medical Center in Council Bluffs.

Must be able to work the following schedule:
Wednesday- 7am-3:30pm

Thursday- 7am-3:30pm

Friday- 7am-3:30pm
Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Registe! rs patients according to departmental guidelines. Conducts patient interviews in a HIPAA compliant manner to obtain data required to initiate and/or complete inpatient, emergency room and outpatient records including verification of all demographic, employment, retirement, accident and insurance information to ensure accuracy. Determines coordination of benefits. Ensure insurance precertification, referral, and authorization requirements have been met for commercial, government and worker's compensation payers. Obtains authorization signatures for consent to treatment, release of information, financial responsibility, and those required by special insurance carriers. Follows up on obtaining any required information that is unavailable at the time of registration. Scans insurance cards, referrals, consents and patient Ids into document imaging software. Adheres to patient safety policy by assuring patient validation of name, birth date and physician on printed documents. Fol! lows EMTALA guidelines for Emergency Department registrations and coordinates initial patient contact with triage nurse. When patient identification is questionable, follows registration procedures for "Doe" patient and revises information as soon as possible. Registers, maintains requirements, and completes appropriate paperwork for "Occupational Health" contractual clients. Determines and collects co-pays and designated amount of patient portion as required by hospital department. Counts and balances cash drawer, and follows department process for all monies collected. Performs chart assembly, stamping/labeling of charts for registration as designated by the service to be rendered and distributes patient information to the appropriate areas in a timely manner. Competent in ability to explain and answer all questions concerning the Consent For Treatment and Patient Rights and Responsibilities. Understands the appropriateness of securing required signatures on documents. Pr! esents patients with a Patient Handbook and informs patient of their ri! ghts. Knowledgeable and adheres to all federal guidelines regarding patient registration and reimbursement. Understands inpatient/outpatient reimbursement and requirements of guidelines per Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care and commercial payers. Maintains current knowledge of insurance codes, service codes, patient types, and registration processes. Performs general office duties including filing, data entry, requisitioning of office supplies. Performs routine maintenance to office equipment. Makes a positive contribution to the work of the entire department. Fosters positive staff relations; is receptive to change; demonstrates willingness to be part of a team; and demonstrates the ability to work within Alegent system. Adheres to department policies and procedures and participates in department quality improvement processes. Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through participation in department meetings, in service programs and continuing educatio! n programs.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum typing skills of 35 wpm Demonstrated working knowledge of PC/CRT/printer Knowledge of function and relationships within a hospital environment preferred Customer service skills and experience Ability to work in a fast paced environment Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral and written communications Course in Medical Terminology required Understanding of Third Party Payor requirements preferred Understanding of Compliance standards preferred Must be crossed trained in two Patient Access service areas including ED. Uses proper negotiati! on techniques to professionally collect money owed by our Patients/Guar! antors. Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with both internal and external Clients that lead to more effective communication and a higher level of productivity and accuracy.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience required to perform the job. High School Diploma or equivalent 1-2 years experience in medical facility, health insurance, or related area preferred Some college coursework is preferred
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This vacancy starts available on: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 10:02:20 GMT

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