Surgical Coordinator

Methodist Health System•Richardson, TX

52d

About The Position

Surgical Coordinator professional responsible to Serve as the patient point of contact with the practice to maintain open channels of communication to keep patients engaged and maintain an efficient flow of patients from patient registration, insurance verification, initial contact and surgeon consultation through the surgical pathway to complete insurance and program criteria, and medical clearances to be submitted to insurance provider for approval for surgery, and throughout their process of care.. Supports and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic plans of Methodist Health System Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 60 healthcare clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace: 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023 Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023 Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023

Requirements

High School Diploma and/or GED equivalent
Very strong proficiency using Microsoft Office products
Superior oral and written communication skills
Strong process orientation
Demonstrated capability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all departments and employees in a team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

Communicate clearly and openly
Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
Be accountable for your performance
Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
Take initiative for your professional growth
Be engaged and eager to build a winning team
Reviews patient registration to ensure it is complete
Verifies all insurance and notes it in Practice Management System/EMR.
Responsible for maintaining surgery criteria current with insurance providers and informing staff of any changes/updates.
Communicate to patients and coworkers in a professional, enthusiastic, friendly and positive manner.
Initiates patient into surgery pipeline, serves as advocate for patient and schedules initial consultation with surgeon.
Communicates insurance benefits, deductibles, coinsurance, financial responsibilities and any additional medical testing/screening to patients.
Secures Pre-determinations & Pre-Certifications for all procedures as well as any general surgery.
Handle physician referrals to practice ensuring that doctor's info is in the practice management system/EMR.
Referral is acknowledged and notified that patient is verified, assigned, contacted and initiated into surgery process.
Prepare and submit Letters of Medical Necessity and ensure that all insurance criteria & medical clearances have been completed.
Upon insurance approval, communicates approval to patient, collects financial fees due, schedules pre op consultation, advises patient of surgery date and schedules 1 week post op appointment.
Handle all appeals and denials in conjunction with patient's care.
Participate in patient education seminars or meet the doctor events with other members of practice staff, educating interested parties about the surgery program.
Prepare physical space for seminars/events.
Assist other staff members to deliver the highest quality of patient care which includes being a team player to execute not only your duties but those that are needed by the practice when necessary.