Sr. Coordinator, Patient Access (Reimbursement Specialist))

Cardinal Health

1d•$21 - $31•Remote

About The Position

Cardinal Health Sonexus™ Access and Patient Support helps specialty pharmaceutical manufacturers remove barriers to care so that patients can access, afford and remain on the therapy they need for a better quality of life. Our diverse expertise in pharma, payer and hub services allows us to deliver best-in-class solutions—driving brand and patient markers of success. We’re continuously integrating advanced and emerging technologies to streamline patient onboarding, qualification and adherence. Our non-commercial specialty pharmacy is centralized at our custom-designed facility outside of Dallas, Texas, empowering manufacturers to rethink the reach and impact of their products. Together, we can get life-changing therapies to patients who need them—faster. Responsibilities: Responsible for handling inbound and outbound calls, with ability to determine needs and provide one call resolution Responsible for reporting adverse events within the required timeframe Create and complete accurate referrals and applications and keep updated on policy or procedural changes Investigate and resolve patient/physician inquiries and concerns in a timely manner Enter detailed information into company proprietary software while conversing via telephone Place outbound phone calls for patient follow ups or confirmations Demonstrate superior customer support talents Interact with the patient referral sources to process new applicants Steward patient accounts from initial contact through final approval/denial Prioritize multiple, concurrent assignments and work with a sense of urgency Maintaining quality and providing an empathetic and supportive experience to the patient by controlling the patient conversation, educating the caller as they provide effective and efficient strategies and processes

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
1-3 years in related field preferred
Previous customer service experience, preferred
Knowledge of practices and procedures commonly used in a call center or customer service environment, preferred
Clear knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid & Commercial payer policies and guidelines for coverage, preferred
Knowledge of Diagnostic Medical Expense and Medicare Administrative Contractor practices, preferred
Clear understanding of Medical, Supplemental, and pharmacy insurance benefit practices, preferred
Excellent written and oral communication, mediation, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to connect with patients, caregivers, and providers
Strong people skills that demonstrate flexibility, persistence, creativity, empathy, and trust
Robust computer literacy skills including data entry and MS Office-based software programs

Responsibilities

Responsible for handling inbound and outbound calls, with ability to determine needs and provide one call resolution
Responsible for reporting adverse events within the required timeframe
Create and complete accurate referrals and applications and keep updated on policy or procedural changes
Investigate and resolve patient/physician inquiries and concerns in a timely manner
Enter detailed information into company proprietary software while conversing via telephone
Place outbound phone calls for patient follow ups or confirmations
Demonstrate superior customer support talents
Interact with the patient referral sources to process new applicants
Steward patient accounts from initial contact through final approval/denial
Prioritize multiple, concurrent assignments and work with a sense of urgency
Maintaining quality and providing an empathetic and supportive experience to the patient by controlling the patient conversation, educating the caller as they provide effective and efficient strategies and processes