Referral Coordinator - Medicine

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians • Baltimore, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Referral Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of referrals ordered for the patient. Obtains and verifies all patient demographics, insurance information, copay collection and authorizations/referrals. Daily responsibilities include checking in and checking out patients. Insurance verification, scheduling appointments and testing. Obtain authorization for scheduled tests.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two years related medical office experience
• Accurate data entry skills
• Current knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and preauthorization
• Knowledge of GE/IDX or similar computerized billing system
• Knowledge of ICD-910 and CPT coding
• General understanding of back office operations
• Strong customer service skills
• PC proficiency

Nice To Haves

• Medical terminology preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinating all aspects of referrals ordered for the patient
• Obtaining and verifying all patient demographics
• Obtaining and verifying insurance information
• Collecting copays
• Obtaining authorizations/referrals
• Checking in and checking out patients
• Insurance verification
• Scheduling appointments and testing
• Obtaining authorization for scheduled tests

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

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