Care Coordination Specialist

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Irvine Health is seeking a care services coordinator to collaborate with the case management team, patients and payors to coordinate care for an episode of illness or treatment. This role emphasizes efficient resource use and clear communication.

The position involves discharge planning, insurance verification and authorization, obtaining resources, sending referrals, arranging follow-up appointments, and thorough documentation across required systems to ensure optimal

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a hospital or medical office setting.
• Extensive knowledge of Government and Commercial Insurance Plans.
• Experience with registration and/or billings computer software programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize payer and health plan information to determine coverage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care services for assigned patients for an episode of illness or treatment.
• Assist with discharge planning, insurance verification and authorization.
• Obtain necessary resources, send referrals, and schedule follow-up medical appointments.
• Document activities in all required computer systems.

Skills

Care coordination

Insurance verification

Customer service

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

University of California - Irvine Health is seeking a care services coordinator to collaborate with the case management team, patients and payors to coordinate care for an episode of illness or treatment. This role emphasizes efficient resource use and clear communication.

The position involves discharge planning, insurance verification and authorization, obtaining resources, sending referrals, arranging follow-up appointments, and thorough documentation across required systems to ensure optimal