Patient Access Rep II

Emory • Atlanta, GA

2d

About The Position

RESPONSIBILITIES : A Patient Access Rep II will assist in the coordination, prioritization and completion of front-end patient registration activities ranging from pre-registration through discharge in the Patient Access Services Department. A Patient Access Rep II prioritizes work for optimal reimbursement and to avoid financial risk to both patient and hospital . Ensures all insurance requirements are met prior to or on the date of service and informs patients of their financial liability and collects liability due. Maintains thorough understanding of insurance, registration, scheduling, referrals, authorizations, and account follow-up. Maintains knowledge of multiple department system applications utilized by Patient Access. Familiar with and adheres to all state and federal regulations such as EMTALA, CMS, HIPAA, and JCAHO guidelines. Obtains appropriate signature(s) and scans all appropriate documents (Admission/Registration Agreement, Notice of Privacy Practice, and Important Message from Medicare, etc.).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have at least 2 years healthcare related or customer service experience
• Typing skills with a minimum of 35 wpm and good communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other commercial payers (HMO, PPO) preferred
• Associate or bachelor degree may be accepted in lieu of experience
• Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination, prioritization and completion of front-end patient registration activities ranging from pre-registration through discharge
• Prioritizes work for optimal reimbursement and to avoid financial risk to both patient and hospital
• Ensures all insurance requirements are met prior to or on the date of service
• Informs patients of their financial liability and collects liability due
• Maintains thorough understanding of insurance, registration, scheduling, referrals, authorizations, and account follow-up
• Maintains knowledge of multiple department system applications utilized by Patient Access
• Familiar with and adheres to all state and federal regulations such as EMTALA, CMS, HIPAA, and JCAHO guidelines
• Obtains appropriate signature(s) and scans all appropriate documents (Admission/Registration Agreement, Notice of Privacy Practice, and Important Message from Medicare, etc.)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs

What This Job Offers

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