Orthopedics Scheduling & Precertification Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Precertification and Scheduling Coordinator to join our patient access team. You will collaborate with referring physicians to gather clinical information, verify patient insurance, obtain precertifications, and secure authorizations from insurance providers while scheduling timely appointments.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with medical terminology and basic computer systems.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with referring physicians to obtain clinical information, verify patient insurance, precertification, and obtain authorizations from insurance companies.
• Verify/intake patient insurance information and schedule appointments following department guidelines.

Skills

Insurance verifications

Precertification procedures

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Precertification and Scheduling Coordinator to join our patient access team. You will collaborate with referring physicians to gather clinical information, verify patient insurance, obtain precertifications, and secure authorizations from insurance providers while scheduling timely appointments.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with medical terminology and basic computer systems.