Patient Access Specialist (Full Time) - M-F/Regular
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OF POSITION: The patient access specialist performs administrative duties including, but not limited to: referrals, maintain provider schedules, prior authorizations for procedures/tests/medications, schedule outside procedures/testing, and performs related processing duties for all patients being served by respective clinic. Duties are performed in the EMR system as appropriate. The patient access specialist is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clerical duties. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Office Manager RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Knowledge of CPT coding and Medical Necessity of testing. Ensures criteria met prior to scheduling testing and/or procedures, including surgery. Greets each patient warmly and cheerfully. Knowledgeable about insurance processing and able to explain deductibles, co-insurance, co-payments, and how processing occurs. Handles incoming referrals. Answers phone with correct salutation. Takes messages when appropriate. Recor...Patient Access, Specialist, Patient, Office Manager, Processing, Healthcare