Oncology Patient Access & Scheduling Specialist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a patient registration and front desk coordinator. Responsibilities include registering patients, collecting co-pays, scheduling appointments, obtaining authorizations, and assisting with front desk operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in a medical office, a High School Diploma or GED, knowledge of insurance benefits and CPT/ICD coding is a plus, and the ability to work independently with strong organizational and

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years’ experience in medical office.
Knowledge of insurance benefits, authorization process and contracting.
Must be able to work independently, possess strong organizational and communication skills and to adhere to established goals and deadlines.
ICD-9/10 and CPT coding a plus.
Medicare, Medicaid and private-payer practices and regulations.

Responsibilities

Reception of patients including collecting co-pays and verifying any required authorizations.
Scheduling appointments, follow-ups, diagnostics, treatments, and patient access; coordinating with outside physicians as needed.
Pre-Registration and registration of patients; verify demographics and insurance; communicate with clinical staff to ensure authorizations are obtained.
Assist in front desk and all patient intake into clinic.
Other duties as assigned by Medical Oncology Manager.