Patient Access & Billing Coordinator

Scrmc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS is seeking a Patient Access Specialist to handle registration for outpatient testing, surgeries, ER and admissions. You will verify insurance, secure deposits and arrange financials while maintaining patient contact by phone or in person.

This role requires a high school diploma (associate or bachelor's preferred) and experience in medical billing or healthcare finance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional degrees preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred; healthcare finance experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Register patients accurately and timely for inpatient and outpatient services.
• Verify insurance coverage and pre-certification requirements.
• Collect deposits and make financial arrangements for patients.
• Assign patient rooms and coordinate with clinical teams.
• Pre-register patients by phone, confirming insurance and pre-certification details.
• Complete financial applications for inpatients with no insurance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Job description

South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS is seeking a Patient Access Specialist to handle registration for outpatient testing, surgeries, ER and admissions. You will verify insurance, secure deposits and arrange financials while maintaining patient contact by phone or in person.

This role requires a high school diploma (associate or bachelor's preferred) and experience in medical billing or healthcare finance.