Outpatient Benefits/Authorizations Representative - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences : Job Details

The Patient Representative works under general supervision counseling patients on their financial status and obligation. This position will identify and refer the patient and/or responsible party to an appropriate sponsoring agency. The position will be responsible for processing high risk pre-certifications, develop and implement denial avoidance plans and produce reports on revenue cycle functions within the various departments to ensure appropriate financial error reports are worked and corrected. The patient representative is expected to demonstrate competency in the job elements of all the levels of the Access Coordinator positions. This position will be primarily responsible for scheduling New Patient appointments for Outpatient Therapy referrals, conducting insurance verification and benefit explanations, and obtaining authorizations and recertification. Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors Degree OR Associate degree with two (2) years of experience in business offic...Patient, Representative, Outpatient, Authorization, Benefits, Customer Service, Healthcare, Education