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

HH Health System • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

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

Requirements

• Experience with personal computer applications or data input terminals is required.
• Ability to utilize 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 for inpatients and Behavioral Health patients attending the partial or IOP program.
• Verify eligibility, benefits, and pre-certification requirements.
• Provide insurance information to Registration management for daily review.
• Ensure all necessary documents are signed at admission and placed in the medical chart.
• Make judgmental decisions concerning accounts to secure payment arrangements.
• Coordinate information with the Case Management Department to ensure pre-certification is obtained.

What This Job Offers

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