Patient Access & Scheduling Specialist I

Highmark Health Company; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Access associate to perform scheduling, preregistration, financial clearance, and authorization validation to provide a clear path for patients and families. The role supports patients by explaining financial responsibilities and ensures accurate data submission.

Responsibilities include verifying benefits, collecting liabilities, and maintaining positive relationships with patients, AHN leadership, and external partners while upholding policies and

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training.
• One previous year of related experience, preferably within a medical setting, financial services setting, and/or a demanding customer service environment
• Experience operating a PC and using software applications

Responsibilities

• Schedules, pre-registration, financial clearance, authorization and referral validation.
• Verifies insurance information and payor requirements; communicates with physician offices and payors.
• Identifies patient financial responsibilities, estimates, collects liabilities, and posts payments in the ADT system.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Access associate to perform scheduling, preregistration, financial clearance, and authorization validation to provide a clear path for patients and families. The role supports patients by explaining financial responsibilities and ensures accurate data submission.

Responsibilities include verifying benefits, collecting liabilities, and maintaining positive relationships with patients, AHN leadership, and external partners while upholding policies and