Referral Specialist Neurology

Banner Health Clinic Neurology

Location : Banner Health Clinic Neurology (1520 S Dobson Rd, Suite 206)

Time Type : Part time

Work Shift : Varied

Job Category : Administrative Services

Banner Health is leading health care to change the experience for the best. We want to change the lives of those in our care and the people who choose to take on this challenge. If you want to be part of this change, we want to hear from you.

Our Health Clinic is a busy fast paced working environment where over a couple hundred patients visit us each day. We are looking for someone focused on patients as the number one goal but also a team player.

Main Responsibilities :

This role is responsible for managing incoming referrals for Neurology, Neurosurgical, and Neuroendovascular services across our Desert and Baywood locations. Ensure all referral requirements are met prior to appointment. Collect and organize medical records. Occasional travel between offices for training or coverage.

Location :

Banner Health Neurology Clinic

1520 S. Dobson Rd. Suite #206

Mesa, Az. 85202

Possibility to float to our Baywood Location : 6553 E. Baywood Avenue, Suite 212 Mesa, Az 85206

Hours : Up to 25 hours / week, MondayFriday availability preferred

Position Summary :

This position is responsible for coordinating referral orders for a continuation of treatment, such as specialty services and diagnostic testing within a primary care practice. This position provides all pertinent clinical information needed for the payor authorization and the facility or specialist prior to the services being rendered. The position is responsible for tracking and managing all referrals with the intention and outcome to close any patient care gaps, along with providing documentation to promote team awareness.

Core Functions :

1. Schedules appointments for specialty physician services and diagnostic testing per provider request and communicates with the patient on a timely basis for all scheduling requirements

2. Acts as a liaison between patients, providers and staff members for patients' referral and follow up needs. Provides prompt and professional service for the patients by assisting in educating patient / family and assisting patients with external resources when needed.

3. Provides all pertinent clinical information needed for the payor authorization, the facility or specialist prior to the services being rendered by verifying coverage, obtaining authorization and communicating with receiving facilities.

4. Tracks and manages all referrals by monitoring outstanding referrals at 30 / 60 / 90 day intervals and following up with patients if appointments are not kept.

5. Applies knowledge of medical terminology and maintains up to date knowledge of insurance environment. Utilizes internal and external resources to seek knowledge about regulations regarding various payor sources.

6. Collaborates with outside referral sources and other community resources. Maintains an updated list of community resources and networks with colleagues to develop additional referral sources.

This position has frequent communications with patients, physicians, staff, and third party payers. The position must work with and understand the concepts of managed health care and be able to prioritize tasks within established guidelines with moderate supervision.

Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma / GED or equivalent working knowledge. Possesses 1 year of direct patient interaction / experience in a medical, insurance, or healthcare related industry.

Knowledge of HIPAA regulations. Strong customer service focus and willingness to problem solve. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Must be proficient with commonly used office software.

Employees working at Banner Scottsdale Sports Medicine, second floor must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

Preferred Qualifications :

Previous knowledge of managed care concepts. Working knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9 and CPT codes. Additional related education and / or experience preferred.