PAS Resource Specialist

Job description

Department Overview The PAS Resource Specialist is responsible for handling all aspects of the authorization process for Rehabilitation Services outpatient appointments. This will include gathering appropriate and correct patient demographics, financial information, confirming correct health coverage including managed care arrangements, financial screening, worker compensation status, and non-covered service status. This position works closely with referring providers for treatment authorizations. This position is responsible for informing patients about the billing mechanisms and their financial liability for Department services. This position serves as an insurance and coding resource for all business and clinical staff in the department. Function/Duties of Position: Responsible for verifying patient eligibility and securing referral/authorization prior to the outpatient therapy appointment. The authorization process includes, but is not limited to, putting the referral information on-line, tracking the number of visits used per authorized, following up on referrals for return appointments, and other miscellaneous tasks. Gathers and/or verifies patient information including demog...