Referral and Pre-Authorization Clerk
About The Position
The Referral and Pre-Authorization Clerk is responsible for compiling itemized hospital bills, verifying patient insurance coverage, and computing patient insurance benefits. This role requires close collaboration with the Admitting Office, Medical Records, and physicians' office staff. The clerk will also participate in performance improvement and CQI activities. Kirby Medical Center, established in 1941, is a premier provider of healthcare in Piatt County and surrounding areas, committed to delivering quality and compassionate healthcare services. It is an independent, not-for-profit hospital located on a beautiful campus in Monticello, IL, with satellite clinics in Atwood and Cerro Gordo, IL.
Requirements
- Thorough understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, HMO's, PPO's, private insurance companies
- Basic computer knowledge
- Data entry skills
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Previous customer service experience
Responsibilities
- Compiling itemized hospital bills
- Verifying patient insurance coverage
- Computing patient insurance benefits
- Working closely with the Admitting Office, Medical Records, and physicians' office staff
- Participating in performance improvement and CQI activities
Benefits
- 40 hours of PTO effective date of hire
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance effective date of hire
- Generous 401(k) match effective after 90 days
- Quality/Goal incentive annually
- Free Wellness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
