Insurance Authorization/ Patient Registration Specialist

Shannon Medical Center • San Angelo, TX

100d

About The Position

The Insurance Authorization/Patient Registration Specialist is responsible for performing clerical and general office work of moderate difficulty. This role involves registering and pre-registering patients, scheduling ancillary procedures, and assisting patients and guarantors with insurance questions. The specialist will work with hospital and office procedures for pre-certification, obtain authorizations, manage referrals, address account payment questions, and handle collections for services. Additionally, the role includes preparing deposits and scanning orders while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. (Preferred)
• At least 1 year of clerical/general office experience (Required)
• At least 1 year of medical billing/insurance authorization experience (Preferred)
• At least 1 year of knowledge of medical terminology (Preferred)
• At least 1 year of cash handling experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Register and pre-register patients
• Schedule ancillary procedures
• Assist patients and guarantors with insurance questions
• Work with hospital and office procedures for pre-certification
• Obtain authorizations and referrals
• Address account payment questions and collections for services
• Prepare deposits and scan orders
• Maintain a high level of customer service

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED