• Pre Authorization Coordinator - Cardiology Clinic

    St. Bernard's Medical Center (Batesville, AR)


    + JOB REQUIREMENTS

    + Education

    + College degree with emphasis on healthcare, accounting, or business is preferred; Or a high school graduate with registration or business office experience.

    + Experience

    + Pre-Authorization experience preferred. Two years in registration or business office is recommended.

    + Physical

    + This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

    + Normal clinic environment. Close eye work. Hearing within normal range. Operates calculator, computer, telephone, copier, general office equipment. Continuous sitting. Occasional walking and bending within the work area. Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling charts and office supplies up to 20 lbs.

    + JOB SUMMARY

    + The Pre-Authorization Reviewer is responsible for collecting appropriate pre-authorization information and verifying coverage of patients admitted under group or private insurance plans. Must be able to converse with insurance company and review agency representatives and possess communication skills to provide needed information in a clear and concise manner. Is responsible for providing information from insurance companies and/or review agencies to appropriate medical center departments or Skilled Nursing Facilities in an orderly and timely manner. Pre-Authorization Reviewer will work closely with Business Office, Medical Records, Scheduling, Registration, Case Management/Social Work staff and Administration to assure insurance process and utilization review flows smoothly. Maintain good relations with clinics and clinical staff in a positive, professional manner. Assists with special projects. Faxes clinical information to insurance companies as needed.