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Patient Services Representative (Front Desk)
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Patient Services Representative (Front Desk) US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) United States, Tennessee, Nashville 2004 Hayes Street (Show on map) Sep 17, 2026
Overview SCRI Oncology Partners, located in Nashville, Tenn., is a dedicated cancer treatment center led by globally recognized oncologists with disease expertise in cancer care and clinical research. This center offers patients state-of-the art personalized cancer care and opportunities to participate in clinical trials with innovative treatments. The practice conducts clinical trials through their affiliation with Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a global leader in oncology research that has been offering and managing clinical trials in the community for over 30 years. Since its inception, SCRI has contributed to pivotal research that has helped advance the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA today. Why Work for Us? We offer a competitive benefits package that includes - Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
401k plan with company contribution
Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
Free Parking
Career Growth and Development
Supportive Team and Resources SCOPE:
Under general supervision, the patient services representative performs general business office functions that may include some or all of the following: billing and claim submissions; charge capture and payment posting; insurance verification and eligibility; obtaining pre-authorization; counseling patients and families on insurance and payment issues; and account follow-up and payment resolution.
As necessary, assists patients and families with obtaining community resources including, but not limited to, housing, transportation, and financial support.
Supporting and adhering to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities Ensures all insurance, demographic, and eligibility information is obtained from patients and entered into the system in an accurate and timely manner. Registers patients in the system as necessary.
Collects and reviews all patient insurance information and completes insurance forms. Collects co-pays, deductibles and other out of pocket amounts at the time of visit.
Confirms patient insurance verification and eligibility. Obtains pre-authorization of services and/or referrals. Assesses patient financial requirements and advises patients and families on insurance benefits, co-pays and financial obligations.
Posts line items and adjustments to patient accounts. Balances receipts, reconciles daily work batches and prepares audit trail. Prepares deposits for bank as needed.
Reviews Explanation of Benefits (EOB) for consistency.
Submits files and processes all claims for payment. Research and resolves claim delay issues.
Resolves patient questions and complaints regarding insurance billing and adjusts accounts as necessary. Resubmits claims and processes all insurance/patient correspondence. Provides all documentation to expedite payment.
Follows-up on assigned accounts. Uses collection techniques to keep accounts current including monitoring for delinquent payments.
Sets-up financial arrangements with patients as necessary.
As necessary, assists patients with researching and obtaining community resources including housing, transportation, drugs and pharmaceutical supplies, and financial resources. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 2 to 5 years medical business office experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires frequent interaction with patients and staff.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs
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What they do
A Registrar or Patient Service Representative provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Answers questions and helps resolve complaints; provides liaison with health care providers; may assist with coordinating appointments or addressing billing or insurance issues.
$42,696 / year median in Tennessee
+9% projected growth