Patient Access Representative - Admitting

Peace Health • Bellingham, WA

152d • $21 - $32

About The Position

PeaceHealth is seeking a Patient Access Representative - Admitting for a Per Diem/Relief, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.37 - $32.04. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. This position assists in coordinating the activities between scheduling, insurance verification and pre-certification, acting as a clinical liaison with physician practices interacting with pre-visit services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year Required: Medical office or related customer service experience

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology and CPT/ICD-10 coding.
• Knowledge of insurance process and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Pre-registers/registers patients with accurate patient demographic, financial data.
• Collects patient balances, co-payment, co-insurance, or other payment types.
• Verifies coverage and ensures all insurance requirements are met, as well as obtaining all prior authorization and/or referrals as appropriate prior to patient arrival.
• Responds to customer's inquiries.
• Assists with departmental coverage as needed.
• Manages daily appointment schedules which may include reminder calls and calling all referrals.
• May transport patients utilizing escort or wheeled transport equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions
• wellness benefits
• discount program
• expanded EAP and mental health program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees