Patient Service Representative - Muskogee OB/GYN

Warren Clinic • Muskogee, OK

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About The Position

The Patient Service Representative performs reception, registration, and billing functions in the front office of the Medical Practice to facilitate the effective delivery of patient care. This position is full-time, working Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, and is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus based on qualifications.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated PC skills.
• Effective organization of multi-task role.
• Understanding of healthcare delivery and billing processes in the medical office.
• Ability to accurately record and interpret data.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Maintains exemplary patient satisfaction and participates as an engaged team member.
• Greets and directs patients and visitors according to established office protocols.
• Informs patients of delays in care.
• Communicates schedule changes to physicians, clinical assistants, and other staff as appropriate.
• Maintains and corrects environment for cleanliness and safety.
• Schedules appointments, registers demographic and billing information, determines eligibility to accommodate patient's care in the medical office.
• Successfully uses the EMR and other computer applications to accomplish tasks according to policies and procedures.
• Maintains medical records including preparation of charts, filing of correspondence and test results.
• Prepares encounter forms and other supporting billing documentation.
• Maintains and distributes provider schedules including application of templates, hold times, etc.
• Determines and collects co-pays and deductibles from patients.
• Requests payments of self-pay balances according to policies.
• Responsible for preparation of cash receipts, bank deposits, and balancing of cash drawer on a daily basis.
• Converts provider written description of diagnosis to appropriate ICD-9 code.
• Posts charges and payments to patient accounts.
• Reviews and corrects rejected or denied claims.
• Reviews and assists in collections of past due accounts.
• Prepares phone notes for communication to the provider from patients, pharmacists, and other healthcare sources.
• Makes calls to patients to remind them of pending appointments or communication from provider.
• Distributes mail and other communication to patients, providers, and staff.
• Determines eligibility and obtains authorization for services.
• Schedules tests and appointments for referred services.
• Tracks referrals made for specified services.
• Participates in quality initiatives and safety functions.
• Assists in identifying and ordering needed supplies.
• Remains informed and compliant with current Health System, Warren Clinic, HIPAA, and OSHA policies and procedures.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus per qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED