Patient Care Coordinator
Mechanicsville, PA - USA
Job Summary
As a Patient Care Coordinator you play a vital role in creating an exceptional patient experience from the moment someone contacts our office through the completion of their treatment plan.
- Verify patient insurance eligibility benefits deductibles copayments coinsurance and coverage limitations prior to treatment.
- Obtain and track prior authorizations referrals and precertifications to ensure timely patient care.
- Communicate with insurance companies regarding authorization status medical necessity requirements and benefit questions.
- Notify patients of insurance benefits estimated financial responsibility and any authorization requirements.
- Monitor authorization expiration dates and approved visit counts to prevent interruptions in patient care.
- Work closely with therapists and billing staff to ensure accurate documentation supports authorization and reimbursement requirements
- Maintain thorough documentation of insurance communications and authorization activity within the electronic medical record.
Qualifications :
- Minimum of 2 years of medical front office experience preferably in an outpatient therapy orthopedic or physician practice setting.
- Experience verifying insurance benefits and obtaining prior authorizations is required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word Excel and Outlook
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Dependable self-motivated and adaptable to changing priorities
- Positive attitude with a strong commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care
Additional Information :
The ideal candidate is highly organized detail-oriented and experienced in insurance verification and preauthorization processes. This individual thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment communicates effectively with patients providers and insurance carriers and takes pride in creating a smooth positive experience for every patient.
If youre looking for a career where your work truly makes a difference in peoples lives every day wed love to hear from you. Join Physical Therapy Solutions and become part of a team dedicated to helping our patients move better feel better and live better.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
P4 Physical Therapy believes in placing the well-being of our patients first. We accomplish this by carefully selecting compassionate, dedicated, and team-oriented staff. Our company is therapist owned with over 42 years of qualified therapy experience. Step inside our locations, and ... View more