Healthcare Precertification & Scheduling Specialist

Socket.dev; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Precertification and Scheduling Coordinator to support referring physicians by obtaining clinical information and verifying patient insurance details. This role also handles precertification, obtains authorizations, and schedules appointments in accordance with department guidelines.

The position requires a high school diploma, familiarity with insurance verification processes, and strong computer and medical terminology knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience with health insurance verifications and precertification.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Handle precertification procedures by collecting insurance information.
• Verify insurance benefits/coverage with insurers.
• Schedule patient appointments and manage daily schedules.
• Process requests for medical records.
• Collect co-pays and post in the finance system.

Skills

Health insurance verifications

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SMS system

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Precertification and Scheduling Coordinator to support referring physicians by obtaining clinical information and verifying patient insurance details. This role also handles precertification, obtains authorizations, and schedules appointments in accordance with department guidelines.

The position requires a high school diploma, familiarity with insurance verification processes, and strong computer and medical terminology knowledge.