Pulmonary Rehab Intake Assistant
This position will support the pulmonary rehab programs at Dearborn, Wayne, Grosse Pointe, and Trenton. This is a hybrid position that will require you to be onsite one day a week rotating between these four locations. This is a part time position working 40 hours biweekly. One week may be 16 hours and the following week would be 24 hours.
Job Summary
The Intake Assistant is responsible for referral processing, providing accurate and complete data input for pre-authorization requests while effectively communicating to internal and external customers.
Essential Functions
- Obtains initial and subsequent insurance authorization and pre-certification for in office procedures, treatments and services.
- Researches additional or alternative resources for non-covered services to prevent payment denials.
- Maintains a close working relationship with site Patient Financial Counselor.
- Communicates with clinical staff, PFC, and management regarding restrictions or unique requirements for insurance plans.
- Maintains a current working knowledge of authorization requirements for all payers, and of state and federal regulatory guidelines.
- Assists in maintaining manuals, logs and other required documentation.
- Demonstrates an understanding of patient confidentiality to protect the patient and the clinic / corporation.
- Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office.
- Covers for and assists with other front office functions as requested.
- Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required :
High School Diploma or equivalentKnowledge of Medical TerminologyExcellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, EHR / EMR and insurance portals.Great Communication skillsPreferred :
A minimum of (3) years of medical business office experience with insurance procedures and patient interaction.Additional clinical backgroundAbout Corewell Health
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work / life balance goals.On-demand pay program powered by PayactivDiscounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insuranceTraditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savingsPrimary Location : SITE - Cardiac Rehab Center - 22060 Beech - Dearborn
Department Name : Pulmonary Rehabilitation - Dearborn
Employment Type : Part time
Shift : Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours : 20
Hours of Work : 8 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.
Days Worked : Monday - Friday
Weekend Frequency : N / A