Fairhaven, Massachusetts
Patient Access Intake Specialist Job Opening in Fairhaven, Massachusetts - We currently have (2) positions open. Both are 24hours/week. One Day Shift/One Eve Shift.
Opportunity to go Full Time within 6 months!
Summary of Duties: Under the general direction of the Manager, Patient Service Center or designee, perform a wide variety of duties to facilitate patient access to physician practice services throughout Southcoast Physicians Group. Ensure patient compliance with applicable organization policy and obtain accurate patient information to ensure patient safety and satisfaction, while ensuring optimal reimbursement to the organization in accordance with various external regulations. Work as liaison between insurance carrier, physician office and other clinical services both within and without system wide departments to assure coordination of care, patient satisfaction and that all authorizations and referrals for all services are in place prior to service. Using critical thinking skills to insure appropriate CPT/ICD-9 codes are documented for appropriate service and payment. This position is located at the Southcoast Billing Center in Fairhaven.
Education and/or Experience:
Associate's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience is required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Certificate in Medical Terminology is required.
Over three (3) years of related healthcare experience, including working with third party payers is required.
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and other software programs.
Ability to work in a team environment, ability to multitask and previous call center or customer service experience good organizational skills are required.
CHAM (Certified Healthcare Access Manage) or CHAA (Certified Healthcare Access Associate) is preferred.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $14.00 to $18.00 /hour
Required experience:
third party billing: 1 year
healthcare: 3 years
Required license or certification:
Medical Terminiology
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