2 patient access specialist jobs found in Lake Charles, LA

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The patient access specialist processes incoming and/or outgoing referrals, manages provider schedules, obtain prior authorizations for indicated procedures/tests/medications, schedule outside procedures/testing, and performs related processing duties for all patients being served by respective clinic. Duties are done in Practice Management and EMR system as appropriate. As a member of the clinic team the patient access specialist is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clerical duties. EDUCATION : High school diploma or equivalent required. Knowledge and training in medical terminology, keyboarding, and computer skills preferred. Basic skills in Microsoft Office preferred. EXPERIENCE: Previous experience preferred in the areas of scheduling. Computer literacy, required. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Broad range of administrative and technical skills in the context of the healthcare environment. Impacts activities in other...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The patient access specialist performs administrative duties including, but not limited to: referrals, maintain provider schedules, prior authorizations for procedures/tests/medications, schedule outside procedures/testing, and performs related processing duties for all patients being served by respective clinic.  Duties are performed in the EMR system as appropriate.   The patient access specialist is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clerical duties.   Reports to the Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Knowledge of CPT coding and Medical Necessity of testing.  Ensures criteria met prior to scheduling testing and/or procedures, including surgery. Greets each patient warmly and cheerfully. Knowledgeable about insurance processing and able to explain deductibles, co-insurance, co-payments, and how processing occurs. Handles incoming referrals. Answers phone with correct salutation.  Takes messages when appropriate. Records...