Patient Access Representative III Job Tacoma area,Washington USA,Healthcare

Position: Patient Access Representative III - Mon-Fri 6a-2:30p

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for a wide range of duties in support of departmental efficiencies which may include but not limited to performing registration, patient pre‑admission and admission, reception and discharge functions, arranging support Hospital services requested by patients through referrals, performs thorough analysis of admission discharge transfers (ADT), Revenue Cycle Reports, leads shift Patient Access Operations, and collaborates with Department leaders in process and operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Others may be assigned.

Greeting patients following Conifer Standards of Care, provides world‑class customer service, completes full patient registration at date of service adheres to financial & cash control policies & procedures, thoroughly explains and secures Hospital & patient legal forms (i.e., Advance Directives, Conditions of services, Consent for treatment, Important Message from Medicare, EMTALA, etc.). Scan Protected Health Information, create and file patient information packets/folders for upcoming Hospital services.

May also assist with scheduling diagnostic or surgical procedures, conducting physician office/patient interviews, and explains hospital procedure guidelines and policies.

Provides full patient financial counseling, education & referrals, employs and completes all patient liability collection escalations through proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service, performs Hospital cash reconciliation & secured payment entry in adherence to financial & cash control policies & procedures.

Secures medical necessity checks/verification in accordance to Centers for Medicare & Medicare services, verifies insurance, benefits, coverage & eligibility, completes assigned registration financial clearance work lists activities, obtains insurance authorizations for scheduled & unscheduled Hospital services, and secures inpatient visit notification to payors.

Performs thorough analysis of admission discharge transfers (ADT), Revenue Cycle Reports, leads shift Patient Access Operations, and collaborates with Department leaders in process and operational excellence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum typing skills of 35 wpm
Demonstrated working knowledge of software/system/equipment/PCs.
Knowledge of function and relationships within a hospital environment preferred
Advance Customer service skills and experience
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral and written communications
Advanced Understanding of Third Party Payor requirements preferred
Advanced Understanding of Compliance standards preferred
Advanced Patient Liability Collection performance and high achievement in productivity.
Must be able to perform essential job duties in at least three Patient Access service areas including ED
Uses proper negotiation techniques to professionally collect money owed by our Patients/Guarantors.
Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with both internal and external Clients that lead to more effective communication and a higher level of productivity and accuracy.

Conifer requires its candidates, as applicable and as permitted by law, to obtain and provide confirmation of all required vaccinations and screenings prior to the start of employment. This may include, but is not limited to, the COVID-19 vaccination, influenza vaccination, and/or any future required vaccines and screenings.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience preffered to perform the job.

High School Diploma or GED required.
2-4 years experience in medical facility, health insurance, or related area.
2+ years in Patient Access preferred.
Some college coursework is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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