Intake Durable Medical Equipment Specialist - Respiratory Care - Fargo, ND
Intake Durable Medical Equipment Specialist - Respiratory Care - Fargo, ND
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Job Description
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50Union Position:
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Summary
Demonstrates a broad understanding of the DME industry including the intake process documentation billing compliance and performance management.Job Description
Provide first-line communication with a variety of patients referral sources and clinicians to facilitate ordering and delivery of durable medical equipment (DME) products supplies and services.
Ensure all patient information is processed timely and accurately to enhance patient satisfaction and optimize revenue. Receive inquires and orders by telephone fax and email. Gather all necessary documentation as it relates to payer requirements standard operating procedures and compliance programs. Communicate with Equip clinical staff and referral source regarding deficiencies in documentation to meet the coverage criteria of ordered equipment and supplies. Requests needed documentation via email in-basket messaging phone calls or other agreed upon method of communication. Resolve customer concerns questions and complaints regarding sale orders as able or refer complaint to the Equip clinical staff if unable to resolve. Anticipate patient needs for timely set up of equipment or delivery of supplies and respond quickly to complete the intake process.
Create new patient account in the Equip computer system accurately entering all demographic information ordering physician and insurance information. Obtains needed medical records to support physician order verifies insurance obtains and logs any prior authorizations and prescriptions and initiates an ABN as needed. Notates all intake information in the Equip patient account. Notifies clinical staff when intake is complete and patient is ready to be set up. Maintain a working knowledge base regarding billing documentation and reimbursement guidelines/issues including but not limited to Medicare Medicaid other third party and contracted payers. Depending on department assigned to may be responsible for setting up patient appointments as well as making follow up calls to patients. Complete tasks with minimum supervision exercising independent judgment. Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.Strong knowledge of computer functions and basic Microsoft Office applications. Detail oriented excellent documentation skills and the ability to follow through to the end. Basic knowledge of the medical field with prior experience in home medical equipment helpful.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
