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Responsible for coordinating and supporting initiatives relative to the evaluation, processing, and handling of insurance claims for inpatient and observation Medical / Surgical admissions. Acts as a liaison between the organization, its insurance provider, and clinical staff regarding the status and eligibility for coverage for all relevant admissions. Combines business and regulatory knowledge and skill to reduce significant financial risk and exposure caused by concurrent and retrospective denial of payments for services provided. Coordinates communication with physicians, case managers, revenue cycle personnel and payers in the appeal of denials.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
Educational / Minimum Requirements:
The minimum of a high school diploma is required. A minimum of 2 years experience working in a hospital admissions/billing setting or discharge planning and familiarity with insurance authorization processes. Competitive applicants have a working knowledge of medical terminology and are familiar with insurance and hospital billing policies and procedures.
State/Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements:
None
Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements:
General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Hospital.
Special Requirements:
Comfortable dealing with large amounts of data quickly and efficiently. Experience working with insurance companies, and have extensive knowledge of different types of coverage and policies. Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to work on many projects at once. Must be detail oriented and organized, to maintain accurate patient insurance records. Must work well with others, as part of a health care team, striving to provide patients with the best care possible.
Basic knowledge of computers and clinical/billing applications. Able to work with limited supervisor and prioritize work. Escalates cases that deviate from the normal process to manager in a timely manner.
Physical Requirements:
Work Environment:
Normal office conditions.
Cognitive Requirements:
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Full Time
Hospital
$80k-99k (estimate)
03/20/2024
06/17/2024
brishospchime.org
Bristol, CT
<25
Hospital