Scheduler-Urology-Federal North

Highmark Health • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

GENERAL OVERVIEW: This job schedules surgeries, tests, procedures, and office visits; obtains authorizations from insurance carriers. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience with ICD-10 and CPT codes.
• Computer experience and keyboard skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree.
• PC database and word processing skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and coordinates operating room, primary care and specialty office visits, tests, procedures and/or surgeries. (30%)
• Completes reservation forms for hospitals; completes and delivers physician orders for upcoming procedures; tracks medical clearances; obtains all billing information. (30%)
• Obtains authorizations for inpatient and outpatient procedures. (30%)
• Transcribes reports, notes and correspondence; answers phones and take appropriate actions; files patient information in the medical record and prepares charts; performs general office tasks. (10%)
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

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