Registrar

Job description

Overview The Registrar is responsible for the efficient, orderly and expeditious pre-admission, admission of patients. Responsibilities: - Enters patient financial and personal demographics in the computer in an accurate and timely manner - Obtains appropriate signatures and copies and/or scans all identification and healthcare coverage presented. Documents reasons if this information is not attainable. - Verifies and documents insurance benefits and coverage. Obtains any required pre-certifications, referrals or authorizations for all patients based on benefits/requirements/contractual agreements. Communicates this information and financial responsibility to the patient/guarantor. - Follows Front End Collections Policies - Ability to communicate orally and in writing effectively with patients, physicians, hospital based personnel and all other customers. DCH Standards: - Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation. - Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook - Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworke...