Patient Access Services Representative

Northwell Health; Village of Sleepy Hollow (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented insurance verification specialist to ensure accurate financial demographic information is obtained and verified. This role focuses on liaising between various departments to ensure seamless communication regarding insurance coverage and patient financial responsibilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to service excellence while performing essential verification duties. If you have a background in insurance verification and are looking to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in insurance verification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Verifies all required insurance information and notifies nurses of changes.
• Acts as a liaison between verifications and reimbursement.
• Completes all required elements of the insurance verification form.

Skills

Insurance Verification

Financial Demographic Information Gathering

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Performs a complete verification check on all health insurance coverage. Obtains all financial demographic information from the discharge planner for the organization, as well as outside referrals. Demonstrates and promotes service excellence at all times.

Job Responsibility

• Obtains all financial demographic information from the discharge planner for the organization, as well as outside referrals.
• Verifies all required insurance information, including primary payor data.
• Notifies Nurses of any change in insurance information, as needed.
• Provides information on all insurance coverage and any patient financial responsibility to discharge planner.
• Completes all required elements of the insurance verification form.
• Enters verified insurance information into the computer.
• Acts as a liaison between verifications and reimbursement.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.