Medical Receptionist - Dignity Health : Job Details

The Medical Receptionist is the first point of service for our patients coming into the practice and is responsible for greeting, registering and scheduling patient appointments. Responsible for verifying insurance eligibility and benefits. Collects co-payments and obtains routine financial information from various sources to obtain payment plan arrangements and Medicare coverage. He/she also answers the phone and acts as a primary source of information to patients in the waiting area. Obtains complex financial information regarding patients from various sources to obtain payment plan agreements, charity care, Medicare coverage, alternative financing and verifies coverage. May obtain prior authorizations for office visits and/or testing. May enter charge entry data as required. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications. MINIMUM - Basic computer skills. PREFERRED - High School Diploma or GED - Previous medical office and/or insurance experience Bi-lingual skills. Overview. Hello humankin...Medical Receptionist, Medical, Receptionist, Health, Patient Services, Healthcare