Consumer Access Specialist

adventhealth; Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403-B Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off from Day One

4 weeks parental leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Celebration, Florida is seeking a part-time Patient Access/Revenue Cycle professional to perform Medicare compliance reviews, verify eligibility, and collect payments. The role involves coordinating pre-authorizations, registering patients, and ensuring accurate insurance information.

The candidate should have a high school diploma (Associate degree preferred) and experience in customer service or revenue cycle.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CHAA certification preferred.
• CRCR certification preferred.
• 1+ year in customer service or healthcare revenue cycle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs Medicare compliance reviews and issues ABNs as needed.
• Creates accurate estimates for patient financial responsibility and collects payments or sets up payment plans.
• Coordinates with utilization management for pre-authorizations and ensures patients have necessary information.
• Registers patients for all services with accuracy and minimizes duplication of medical records.
• Documents all patient and insurance conversations, including payer decisions and payment arrangements.
• Provides coverage for PBX (Switchboard) and performs cashiering duties as needed.

Skills

Mature judgment

Microsoft Office

EMR system

Medical terminology

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

HIPAA knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our promise to you

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

400 CELEBRATION PL

City

CELEBRATION

State

Florida

Postal Code

34747

Job Description

Performs Medicare compliance reviews and issues Advance Beneficiary Notices of Noncoverage as needed. Creates accurate estimates for patient financial responsibility and collects payments or establishes payment plans. Coordinates with utilization management staff for pre-authorization issues and ensures patients have necessary logistical information. Contacts insurance companies to verify eligibility and benefits, and obtains pre-authorizations within established timeframes. Registers patients for all services, ensuring accuracy and minimizing duplication of medical records. Collects critical demographic information from patients and confirms insurance details. Provides timely and continual coverage of assigned work areas during scheduled shifts, arranging relief coverage as needed. Manages communication between clinical, ancillary, and consumer access departments to enhance the patient experience. Consistently provides excellent customer service, documenting all patient and insurance representative conversations, including payer decisions and payment arrangements. Attends department meetings and promotes positive dialogue within the team. Provides coverage for PBX (Switchboard) as needed, including answering phones and transferring calls. Performs cashiering functions such as collections and cash reconciliation accurately. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mature judgement in dealing with patients, physicians, and insurance representatives
• Working knowledge of Microsoft programs and familiarity with database programs
• Ability to operate general office machines such as computer, fax machine, printer, and scanner
• Ability to effectively learn and perform multiple tasks, and organize work in a systematic and efficient fashion
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and written
• Ability to adapt in ever-changing healthcare environment
• Ability to follow complex instructions and procedures, with a close attention to detail
• Adheres to government guidelines such as CMS, EMTALA, and HIPAA and corporate policies
• Understanding of HIPAA privacy rules and ability to use discretion when discussing patient- related information that is confidential in nature as needed to perform duties
• Knowledge of computer programs and electronic health record programs
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Exposure to insurance benefits; ability to decipher insurance benefit information
• Bilingual - English/Spanish
• Experience in Customer Service related field
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Advanced understanding of insurance knowledge and benefits
• Advanced understanding of hospital electronic medical report (EMR) system
• Intermediate medical terminology

Education

• Associate [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Field of Study

Work Experience

• 1+ customer service [Preferred]
• 1+ relevant healthcare [Preferred]
• 1+ revenue cycle [Preferred]

Additional Information

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) [Preferred]
• Certified Revenue Cycle Rep (CRCR) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

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Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Pay Range

$16.63 - $26.60