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Patient Access Advocate I
Patient Access Advocate IPresbyterian Healthcare Services • Albuquerque, NM, US
Patient Access Advocate I

Patient Access Advocate I

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • Albuquerque, NM, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Patient Access Advocate I

Presbyterian is seeking a Patient Access Advocate I. The Patient Access Advocate I provides primary registration of patient accounts for self-pay, government and commercial accounts on date of service for scheduled and unscheduled visits. Perform registration functions, including updating of demographics, insurance verification, collection of point of service liabilities and documentation of registration information within the ADT system. Confirm account being registered has accurate information to ensure clean billing. Must possess basic knowledge of Medicare (CMS) guidelines, as well as other Compliance Regulatory guidelines applicable to Patient Access. Provide the highest level of customer service to patients / family at time of service through registration interactions as well as providing wayfinding to patients and / or visitors.

Presbyterian is dedicated to improving people's lives - the lives of our patients and the lives of our coworkers. We're locally owned and operated, which encourages supportive leadership that empowers employees. And we provide the opportunity to grow from entry-level to the most senior positions.

Why Join Us

  • Per Required Need - Exempt : No
  • Job is based at Rev Hugh Cooper Admin Center
  • Work hours : Varied Days and Hours
  • Benefits : PRN / PT (working less than a .45 FTE) employee benefits available for this position such as medical, gym memberships and an employee wellness program.

Ideal Candidate :

  • 6 months experience in healthcare setting or 1 year customer service background.
  • Qualifications

  • High school diploma / GED
  • 6 months experience in healthcare setting or 1 year customer service background.
  • Pass 2 week Patient Access Academy with a passing score of 85% or higher (within 6 mos of start).
  • CHAA, CHAM or other industry equivalent certification preferred
  • Basic understanding of insurance preferred.
  • Basic understanding of medical terminology and billing codes (DRG, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) preferred
  • Requires basic understanding of registration and healthcare.
  • Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office Products
  • Responsibilities

  • Ability to provide exceptional patient experience for patients and patient families by using CARES, AIDET and EPE tools.
  • Addresses and attempts to appropriately resolve complaints in the moment by using key words at key times and de-escalation processes.
  • Ability to manage conflict and appropriately request the help of a supervisor when needed.
  • Implement PROMISE and CARES behaviors in every encounter.
  • Educates patients for whom they speak regarding insurance benefits and liabilities.
  • Ensures accounts are financially cleared at time of service through account review. to alleviate patient concerns over hospital financial matters Encounter Components :
  • Performs the patient registration process. Manage the accurate collection of patient data which includes but is not limited to;
  • Obtain / confirm and enter demographic and other financial information, not obtained during pre-registration / financial clearance process, necessary for account completion.
  • Obtain missing insurance information, to include policy number, group number, date of birth, and insurance phone number if not already identified in account.
  • Verify insurance for eligibility and benefits using online electronic verification system or by contacting payer directly.
  • Accurately document actions taken in the system of record to drive effective follow-up and ensure an accurate audit trail.
  • Maintain ongoing knowledge of authorization requirements and payer guidelines. Maintain a knowledge of Medicare (CMS) guidelines as it relates to admissions and outpatient services. Ensuring compliance with admissions forms, benefit entitlement verification, and billing requirements.
  • Ensure accurate completion of MSPQ at time of service if not completed during financial clearance process.
  • Benefits

    All benefits-eligible Presbyterian employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, group term life insurance and other optional voluntary benefits.

    Wellness Presbyterian's Employee Wellness rewards program is designed to provide you with engaging opportunities to enhance your health and activate your well-being. Earn gift cards and more by taking an active role in our personal well-being by participating in wellness activities like wellness challenges, webinar, preventive screening and more.

    Why work at Presbyterian? As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans.

    About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to ensure the patients, members and communities we serve can achieve their best health. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees.

    Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

    AA / EOE / VET / DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

    Maximum Offer for this position is up to

    USD $21.19 / Hr.

    Compensation Disclaimer

    The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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