Referral Coordinator (3534)

US Heart & Vascular; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Monday-Friday schedule

CME allowance

Job summary

US Heart & Vascular is seeking a Referral Coordinator to join our team at Orion Medical in Houston, TX. This role coordinates patient referrals, verifies insurance, and communicates with patients to ensure timely processing.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule, comprehensive benefits package, and CME allowance, with HIPAA compliance and EMR proficiency valued. High school diploma required; cardiology experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Driver's license and auto insurance if driving for work.
• Cardiology practice experience is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates appointments for patients.
• Verifies insurance coverage and obtains referrals as required.
• Communicates with patients regarding referral appointments and instructions.
• Maintains accurate records of referral requests and approvals.
• Conducts follow-up on pending referrals and ensures timely processing.
• Collaborates with medical staff to expedite urgent referrals when necessary.
• Provides assistance and support to patients navigating the referral process.
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality policies.
• Inputs referral information into electronic health record systems accurately.
• Communicates with insurance companies or third-party payers to resolve referral-related issues.
• Assists with administrative tasks as needed in the referrals department
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cardiology practice experience

EMR systems knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Orion - Houston Main - Houston, TX 77034, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Other Positions, US Heart and Vascular is needing a Referral Coordinator to join our team at Orion Medical in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates appointments for patients.
• Verifies insurance coverage and obtains authorization for referrals as required.
• Communicates with patients regarding referral appointments and instructions.
• Maintains accurate records of referral requests and approvals.
• Conducts follow-up on pending referrals and ensures timely processing.
• Collaborates with medical staff to expedite urgent referrals when necessary.
• Provides assistance and support to patients navigating the referral process.
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality policies.
• Inputs referral information into electronic health record systems accurately.
• Communicates with insurance companies or third-party payers to resolve referral-related issues.
• Assists with administrative tasks as needed in the referrals department
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED from accredited institution.
• If the individual in the role will drive for work purposes, a current valid state driver's license and required minimum auto insurance coverage
• Cardiology practice experience is preferred but not required
• Working knowledge of EMR systems.

Why Choose Us

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Monday-Friday schedule
• CME allowance

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