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Purpose of Job: This position has the responsibility of receiving all patients in a courteous and accommodating manner, obtaining identifying information needed for complete and accurate registrations/admissions. Responsibilities include: Obtain all necessary demographic information for appropriate registration and route paperwork to the needed department(s). Load prior authorizations to account when required.
Obtains all necessary signatures for consent and the Kentucky Health Information Exchange (KHIE). Records all patient information regarding insurance and verify insurance eligibility and request payment such as co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance. Explains Disproportionate Share Hospital Program (DSH) application to self-pay patients and assists in completing application with patients(s) and distributes appropriate paper work to each department.
Answers general questions regarding Financial Assistance Program and provide patient application when requested. Calculate Private Pay discount and charges and applies appropriate discount codes and collects payments. Completes daily and weekly reports in a timely manner to include, MSP’s Census Reports, and others as assigned.
Addresses patient questions regarding basic account details, billing or payments Assist with collecting payment on patient accounts and setting up patient terms. Runs Medicare Medical Necessity and completes Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage ( ABN ) Form when required. Check and order supplies.
Acts as a back up to switchboard operator. Provide relief for other registration positions on an as-needed basis. Completes Temp registrations in a timely manner.
Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure / Certification / Registration:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree in Business or Healthcare a plus.
Experience in healthcare office settling 1-2 years. Computer literate. Good organization and time management skills.
Ability to work with others and to follow directions. Self-directed and capable of working without direct supervision. Attention to detail.
Medical terminology and/or billing experience a plus.
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About the role
Obtain all necessary demographic information for appropriate registration and route paperwork to the needed department(s).