Patient Access Representative
Primary Responsibilities
- Communicate directly with patients and / or families either in person or on the phone to complete the registration process by collecting patient demographics, health information, and verifying insurance eligibility / benefits
- Respond to patient and caregivers' inquiries always in a compassionate and respectful manner
- Obtain Benefits and Insurance verification
- Point of Service Cash Collection, Co-Pays, Deductibles and Coinsurance
- Accurate Computer Data Entry
- Scan documents
- Organize and schedule patient services and appointments for referrals
- Register and Pre-Register Patients for Emergency, Elective and Scheduled Cases
- Work with various systems including Patient Registration and Electronic Medical Record
- Generate, review and analyze patient data reports and follow up on issues and inconsistencies as necessary
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1+ years of experience in a Hospital Patient Registration Department, Physician office or any medical setting
- 1+ years of customer service experience
- 1+ years of experience with insurance policies and procedures
- Ability to work Thursday - Saturday from 6:00am - 6:30pm
- Ability to complete two weeks of orientation Monday - Friday from 7 AM - 3:30 PM
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience submitting authorization requests and / or processing referrals
- Previous experience in collecting patient copays, deductibles, etc
- Previous working experience with Google products
- Working knowledge of facility pricing structure and cost estimates
- Knowledge of ICD9 (10) and CPT terminology
- Understanding of Medical Terminology
- Bilingual fluency with English & Spanish
Pay and Benefits
The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.