Patient Access Specialist (On-Site) (H)
Core
Coordinates front-end revenue cycle and clinic functions, verifying insurance eligibility, obtaining authorizations, and collecting funds to support hospital and clinic operations.
Role type
Patient Access Specialist
Builds
Hospital and clinic patient access workflows
Domain
Healthcare / Revenue Cycle Management
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Data entry, Insurance verification, Financial clearance, Patient communication, Pre-certification processing, Record maintenance
Preferred skills
Knowledge of accounting principles, Critical thinking, Stress management
Responsibilities
Obtains and enters demographic and financial information for patient accounts; Verifies insurance eligibility and confirms coverage benefits; Contacts patients and physicians to obtain missing information; Obtains authorizations, pre-certifications, and referrals; Notifies patients of liabilities and collects funds; Maintains accurate documentation in the system of record; Serves as a lead resource for lower-level staff.
Seniority
Individual Contributor, 3+ years experience