HOSPITAL REGISTRATION REPRESENTATIVE - PATIENT ACCESS

Aspirus•Merrill, WI

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day. Aspirus Merrill Hospital in Merrill, WI is seeking a HOSPITAL REGISTRATION REPRESENTATIVE to join our PATIENT ACCESS-REGISTRATION team! The Hospital Registration Representative I is accountable for all the "front end" functions with the patient admission process. This includes pre-registration, insurance verification, benefit eligibility and patient registration.

Requirements

Highschool diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a business office or healthcare setting required.
Attention to detail.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with a high degree of professionalism.
understanding of prospective payment systems, Medicare/Medicaid contractual agreements and other third-party rules and regulations
General understanding of prospective payment systems.
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, under pressure, with time restraints.
Willingly accepts change and proactively offers ideas and suggestions.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with providers, patients, staff, and the public.
Ability to establish priorities and coordinate work activities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding all phases of work.
Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding HIPAA and release of information.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a medical terminology course preferred.
Knowledge of medical office procedures and anatomy and physiology.
Knowledge of financial counseling and insurance billing are preferred.
Knowledge of computer skills, chart heading machines and other information system equipment beneficial.
Typing speed of 40 words per minute preferred