Medical Coordinator - Vascular
Pinehurst Surgical Clinic · Pinehurst, MA · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Answer phones using approved scripting and assist patients promptly and professionally
- Routinely route clinical inquiries to appropriate providers or staff and communicate urgent needs immediately
- Register new patients and verify demographic and insurance information
- Process referrals and determine referral requirements based on insurance guidelines
- Schedule patient appointments, surgeries, and ancillary services
- Prepare and submit surgical documentation, postings, and required patient records
- Verify insurance eligibility and contracted coverage, complete pre-certifications and benefit forms
- Collaborate with insurance carriers, financial counselors, and clinical staff to obtain authorizations
- Enter and track provider orders through completion and follow up on outstanding results
- Perform daily charge entry with accurate CPT and ICD-10 coding or submit to coding as required
- Manage incoming and outgoing faxes and maintain accurate patient documentation
- Document cancellations, no-shows, and provide cross-coverage for administrative staff as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred
- Experience in a medical office, patient registration, or referral coordination preferred
- Knowledge of insurance processes, including verification and authorization requirements
- Familiarity with EMR systems, patient portals, and office communication tools
- Strong telephone, written, and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities