Patient Access Coordinator - 1st shift

BHS; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Paducah, KY is seeking a Patient Access Coordinator to support admissions and the revenue cycle. This role emphasizes accurate data collection, HIPAA compliance, and delivering exceptional patient service as part of the Access team.

Responsibilities include verifying insurance eligibility, providing point-of-service estimates, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. A high school diploma and a typing speed of 40–45 wpm are required; registration experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must type 40-45 wpm.
• Registration experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the admissions process for inpatients and outpatients.
• Verify insurance eligibility and provide POS estimates.
• Ensure accurate data collection and HIPAA confidentiality.

Skills

Typing 40-45 wpm

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health is looking for a Patient Access Coordinator to join our team in Paducah, KY

Patient Access Coordinators are imperative to the overall success of the entire revenue cycle. Most of the information submitted on a claim derives from an Access team member. They are primarily responsible for completing a thorough admissions process of all inpatients and outpatients. Exemplary customer service skills are crucial in this role, as the Patient Access Coordinator must ensure that accurate information is collected, that they are always sensitive to the confidentiality of this information, and that patients are aware of their rights as determined by HIPAA regulations and company policy. Extensive Insurance experience/training is vital to success within this role. Employee will maintain compliance with state and federal regulatory body requirements regarding access services. Verifying Insurance Eligibility, Compliance, Point of Service estimates and collections are part of their responsibility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must type 40-45 wpm
• Registration Experience Preferred

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.