Patient Services Representative

The Patient Service Representative (PSR) is responsible for providing the full scope of a) inbound and outbound access patient interactions and functions whether by telephone internet or in-person b) patient scheduling and logistics c) executing daily workflows including cancellation missed visit and tickler-recall deployment and d) executing revenue cycle claim scrubbing and missing slip completion.

• Schedule and accurately complete full registration for patients requesting appointments while adhering to policies and procedures regarding appointment scheduling and registration processes performing these tasks accurately and with attention to detail to ensure the highest quality standards.
• Initiate pre-registration process and ensure all demographic insurance information is accurate complete and up to date on patients chart.
• Verification of insurance information verification of benefits and insurance referral information.
• Obtain legal photo identification and (if applicable) insurance card(s) and validate patient identity and coverage prior to services being rendered to ensure patient safety and financial reimbursement.
• Adhere to HIPPA standards related to patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Assure ease of patient flow through the clinical care process.
• Provide patients with all required information regarding appointments and payment policies (e.g. medical records parking cash policies anticipated charges cancellation policy).
• Provide upfront financial counseling services at time of check-in including identifying alternate funding resources and establishing payment plans.
• Advise patients of financial obligations and collect funds according to established guidelines.
• Act as a liaison/advocate for patients physicians and staff in facilitating ease of care. Identify and resolve trouble spots and problem patterns in the provision of care.
• Notify appropriate parties of the appointment time referral criteria insurance verification and prior authorization requirements.
• Train other patient services representatives and provide excellent customer service skills.
• Comply with company policies and standards.

Education:High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience: 2 Years experience in a patient facing healthcare function or other customer service function preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English. Bi-Lingual a plus.
• Must possess excellent critical thinking analytical troubleshooting problem resolution and customer service skills.
• Mathematical and cash management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with physicians co-workers other departments and patients of all ages and from across a broad range of cultural and social economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work as an integral team member under minimal supervision in a fast-paced complex environment.
• Ability to show tolerance and sensitivity in stressful situations and safeguard confidential information in accordance with established policies and HIPAA regulations.
• Computer literate and ability to use multiple systems and acquire proficiency in multiple electronic systems.
• Proficientwith Microsoft Office Suite

At PRISM Vision Group we believe great work deserves great rewards. Heres what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Compensation Base salary performance bonuses and regular reviews.
• Health & Wellness Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance; and wellness program.
• Retirement Planning 401(k) with company match.
• Generous Time Off Paid vacation sick leave and company holidays.
• Learning & Development career growth programs.
• Other Perks Commuter benefits Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness plans FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA. employee discounts and more.

Required Experience:

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