Patient Services Representative I

Healthcare Registration Specialist

Here at Savista, we enable our clients to navigate the biggest challenges in healthcare : quality clinical care with positive patient experiences and optimal financial results. We partner with healthcare organizations to problem solve and deliver revenue cycle improvement services that enable their success, support their patients, and nurture their communities, all while living our values of Commitment, Authenticity, Respect and Excellence (CARE).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Interview patients in-person and / or by phone to obtain all required information for hospital records and billing systems. Pre-registers all scheduled patients for admission, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services according to department policies and procedure.
• Verify insurance coverage and obtains authorization for all services requiring pre-certification.
• Process internal and out-going referrals, as needed, per department procedures
• Perform clerical functions as needed, including answering phones, taking messages, chart processing, faxing and scanning.
• Collect and process upfront deposits or set-up payment arrangements, as required.
• Screen patient for Medicaid, Affordable Care Act or hospital sponsored financial program and provides appropriate documentation and referral.
• Assist other team members where necessary
• Adhere to department policies and procedures related to verification of eligibility, benefits, pre-authorization requirements, available payment options, financial counseling and other identified financial clearance related duties
• Understand and maintain operations knowledge of Medicare and other state and federal government payor compliance requirements for the population served
• Participate in departmental performance improvement initiatives

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Preferred Requirements & Competencies :

Note : Savista is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $21.00 to $23.00. However, specific compensation for the role will vary within the above range based on many factors including but not limited to geographic location, candidate experience, applicable certifications, and skills.

SAVISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, veteran status, disability, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity or any other federal, state or local protected class.