Coordinator, Benefits Eligibility and Authorization

Overview

What Benefits Eligibility and Authorization (RCM) contributes to Cardinal Health

Practice Operations Management oversees the business and administrative operations of a medical practice.

Responsibilities

• Submit authorizations for all internal and external orders including but not limited to radiation, chemotherapy, PET / CT, urology and scans
• Follow up within 48 hours on any existing authorizations that are pending approval
• Ensure proper documentation outlining all steps taken to ensure authorizations have been submitted, followed up on and obtained
• Upon approval, enter all authorization information into the billing system and attach confirmation into the patients account in registration overlay
• Take any action necessary for any denials received by the payor to inform the clinician of changes that may need to happen in order to not delay patient care
• Complete any pre-service appeals to obtain paying approval based on medical necessity
• Communicate effectively with all RCM and clinical staff to ensure appropriate treatment can be provided, claims can be processed accurately and timely payment received
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality for patients in accordance to HIPAA standards
• Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure patients are contacted prior to appointments informing them of any treatment schedule changes if necessary
• Effectively completes other duties and projects as assigned
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Execute all functions of the role with positivity and team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Effectively completes other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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