Care Coordinator – Authorization – Surgeries, Pain Procedures, and Diagnostic Imaging Position Available In Union, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Care Coordinator - Authorization for Surgeries, Pain Procedures, and Diagnostic Imaging in Indian Trail, NC, assists in referrals, authorizations, and scheduling. Responsibilities include coordinating care, obtaining authorizations, reviewing benefits, and scheduling procedures. Requires high school diploma, computer and customer service experience, and knowledge of insurance coverage. Full-time position with day shifts. Hiring in the Patient Accounting/Registration department.
Job Description
Care Coordinator – Authorization – Surgeries, Pain Procedures, and Diagnostic Imaging
Indian Trail, NC, United States
Job ID:
150071
Job Family:
Patient Accounting/Registration
Status:
Full Time
Shift:
Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule:
8-5
Job Type:
Regular
Department Name:
29021034237504-Sports Medicine
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Overview
Job Summary
Assists patients and providers with coordinating of referrals, obtaining authorizations and scheduling. This position is also responsible for understanding benefits coverage and ensures patient’s care is coordinated.
For immediate consideration: experience in obtaining authorizations for surgeries, pain procedures, and diagnostic imaging. Essential Functions
Completes referrals for patients and coordinates with referring and receiving practices and/or departments.
May coordinate and prepare financial estimates for patients.
Obtains all authorizations needed.
Directs patients to providers in their insurance plan.
Reviews benefits and educates patient on insurance coverage.
Coordinates and schedules surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, or other services within various departments with internal and ancillary providers.
Reviews schedules and confirms schedules are accurate and time is properly allocated.
Follows up on all referrals to ensure no care gaps.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit for long periods of time and work in a fast-paced office environment. Should be able to bend and lift up to 10 lbs.
Education, Experience and Certifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Computer experience required.
Customer service experience required
Thorough understanding of Insurance coverage (FSC/Coverage/Plan types) and Medical Necessity policies preferred.
Knowledge of medical records software preferred.
Preferred experience in obtaining authorizations for surgeries, pain procedures, and diagnostic imaging.
