Patient Access Rep-Crestwood Medical Center-FT-1st shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System • Huntsville, AL

5d

About The Position

The Admitting Registrar obtains demographic information and verifies eligibility, benefits, and precertification requirements for inpatients and Behavioral Health patients attending partial or IOP programs. The role provides insurance information to Registration management for daily review, ensures required documents are signed at admission and placed on the medical chart, and makes judgmental decisions about accounts to secure payment arrangements. The Registrar also coordinates information with the Case Management Department to ensure precertification is obtained.

Requirements

• Experience with personal computer applications or data input terminals.
• Ability to use a calculator.
• Ability to type 35 words per minute.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of registration experience preferred.
• Experience within a healthcare facility is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Obtain demographic information and verify eligibility, benefits, and precertification requirements for inpatients and Behavioral Health patients attending partial or IOP programs.
• Provide insurance information to Registration management for daily review.
• Ensure all necessary documents are signed at admission and placed on the medical chart.
• Make judgmental decisions concerning accounts to secure payment arrangements.
• Coordinate information with the Case Management Department to ensure precertification is obtained.

What This Job Offers

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