Care Coordinator Auth Scheduling Specialist GCMG Morehead Medical - FT

Job description

Department: 02130 GCMG Gastroenterology and Hepatology: Stanly - Gastroenterology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 8AM-430PM M-F Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 Job Summary: Assists patients and providers with coordinating of referrals, obtaining authorizations and scheduling. This position is also responsible for understanding benefits coverage and ensures patient's care is coordinated. Essential Functions: - Completes referrals for patients and coordinates with referring and receiving practices and/or departments. - May coordinate and prepare financial estimates for patients. - Obtains all authorizations needed. - Directs patients to providers in their insurance plan. - Reviews benefits and educates patient on insurance coverage. - Coordinates and schedules surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, or other services within various departments with internal and ancillary providers. - Reviews schedules and confirms schedules are accurate and time is properly allocated. - Follows up on all referrals to ensure no care gaps. Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for long periods of time and work in a fast-paced office...