Cardiovascular Imaging Scheduling Specialist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. • Hazard, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordinating with providers to obtain orders and schedule patients for Cardiovascular imaging studies at MMIC. Complete benefits review to ensure the study has been pre-authorized by the payer.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 year of patient access experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to navigate Meditech scheduling module and EMR
• Communication skills
• Maintain professional attitude

Nice To Haves

• Meditech training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take calls/fax/emails from providers asking to schedule cardiac exams.
• Verify prior authorization
• Verify patient insurance eligibility
• Enter documentation and authorization into the EMR
• Document and communicate with clinical staff, physicians, administrators and patients regarding issues and discrepancies.
• Coordinates rescheduling with patient and provider
• Call and confirm patients’ appointments and explain procedure and give opportunity for the patient to ask questions.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and procedures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED