Patient Access Rep-UMC EC (PRN varied hours)

Core Job Responsibilities

• Accurately completes a quality registration in the HIS system that maintains the integrity of demographic and financial information required for clinical and billing functions for every patient encounter
• Responsible for utilization of time and management of work processes to ensure organizational and departmental expectations are met
• Verification and review of insurance benefits and financial clearance for all payors at each encounter
• Works in conjunction with the Centralized Referral Center to ensure prior authorizations have been obtained
• Research and resolve all registration occurrences for demographic, clinical and insurance accuracy
• Understands and adheres to state and federal regulations and system policies regarding compliance, integrity and ethical registration practices
• Accurately complete patient estimate letter and attempt cash collection when applicable and process patient payments for account posting
• Reviews and ensures that all medical orders are compliant and meet government and hospital guidelines as well as clinical protocols
• Completes clinical screening for specified modalities to ensure patient safety
• Ensures proper utilization of computer systems to facilitate efficient and effective workflow processes
• Performs other duties assigned by department supervisor or manager