Pre-Service Coordinator

The US Oncology Network•Niles, IL

1d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Pre-Services Coordinator - Niles, IL - Full-Time Hourly Rate $24-$26 Benefits Include:Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; 401(k); Healthcare Savings Account; Generous PTO Package; Health and Wellness Perks Program Under general supervision, is responsible for scheduling and pre-registering new patients for exams and procedures. Maintains patient records, prepares forms, verifies information and resolves routine and non-routine problems. Follows standard procedures and pre-established guidelines to complete tasks. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards, and US Oncology's Shared Values.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in Finance, Business or four years revenue cycle experience preferred.
Minimum three (3) years medical receptionist experience with insurance forms and scheduling software required.
Knowledge of this practices personnel, daily routines, and scheduling a plus.
Proficiency with computer systems and MicroSoft (Outlook, Office Word, and Excel) required.
Must successfully complete required e-learning courses within 90 days of occupying position.
Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles day to day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities; demonstrates flexibility.
Shows Work Commitment: Sets high standards of performance and works efficiently to achieve them.
Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services.

Responsibilities

Answers incoming calls and asks appropriate questions to assess patients needs.
Schedules new patient appointments with appropriate provider.
Provides patients with appointment details such as time, location, directions, and instructions to patients. Records call statistics in New Patient Log. Maintains and updates physician schedules ensuring that patients are scheduled properly. Works in conjunction with the triage nurses to accommodate scheduling requests.
Obtains patient demographic, insurance and other pre-visit required information. Enters patient information into computer systems. Verifies patients' insurance eligibility and benefit coverage/co-pays with payer; verifies pre-authorizations are completed prior to patient visit.
May mail or email patient appropriate medical forms for completion prior to first visit. Proactively follows-up with patients on missing or outdated insurance information as well as copies of medical records and test results from other providers.
Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.
Other duties as requested or assigned.