Patient Access/Registration Specialist

Gothenburg Memorial Hospital • Gothenburg, NE

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About The Position

The Patient Access Representative serves as the first point of contact and guides patients through the admissions process. The role screens patients for insurance eligibility and maintains accurate, current patient demographic information so it is entered correctly for claims processing. The position reports directly to the Revenue Cycle Director.

Gothenburg Health is a critical access hospital and clinic provider located in Gothenburg, Nebraska. The organization describes its work culture as innovative and positive and notes its passion for serving patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of insurance plans and billing terminology.
• Knowledge of insurance guidelines, including Medicare and Medicaid HMO plans.

Responsibilities

• Collect and validate patient demographic and insurance information in patient charts to support accurate and timely claims filing.
• Validate insurance eligibility for patients’ future medical needs and claims processing.
• Collect patient copayments to be applied to patient visits.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick leave.
• Extended illness leave.
• Health insurance.
• Paid life insurance.
• Paid long-term disability.
• Defined contribution retirement plan with an employer match.
• Competitive salary and benefit package.

What This Job Offers

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