Responsible for timely and accurate Patient Registration for Emergency Room and outpatients. Operates switchboards and associated communications systems. Performs cashier functions, including processing patient valuables during non-business hours. Weekend and Holiday rotationrequired.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Veri fication and Registration of Emergency and Out-patients
Obtains insurance, financial information, patient identification, and copies of insurance cards from the patient or guarantor
Enters information in the electronic medical record with a high degree of accuracy in a timely manner (15 minutes max).
Notates registration via comments for potential problems, e.g., language barriers, foreign country address, unable to obtain info, etc.
Notices appropriate personnel of system problems
Recognizes the activity of the area and takes the initiative to assist
Performs Point of Service collections for expected out-of-pocket and patient responsibility expenses.
Verifies insurance eligibility in accordance with department guidance e.g., CHC, HDX, insurance web portals, and reports. Questionable insurance follow-up with patient accounting for resolution
Provides patients or their representatives federal, NYS, local, and hospital mandated documents, e.g., brochures, HIPAA, Patient Rights, etc.
Creates a positive first impression while greeting patients when they present for registration
Responsible for quality assurance reviewing registration data for accuracy and correcting delinquent data
Completes all online courses assigned by the Health System and attends department meetings and training sessions
Completes work queues/lists, reports, etc. to ensure prompt and accurate billing
Offer departmental assistance and informative support to current and newly hired colleagues
Emergency Room Registrations
Reports to ED for bedside registration, ensuring the mobile PC is working and fully stocked
Report problems with the system/PC to the Help Desk. Use other registration modules complying with the departments expectations.
Places thermal ID band on patients in accordance with infection control protocol, OSHA category II. Notifies clinical state of any issues with armband placement
Maintains a log of deceased patients, documenting all pertinent information. Identifies and refers potential problems to senior staff/leadership, e.g., bodies in the morgue over 24 hours, death certificate not.
Serves as brand ambassador by upholding the WMC Health Mission, Vision, and CARE values and promoting excellence in the patient experience, during every encounter.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE
Insurance/Authorization Verification knowledge.
13 years of related experience preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology a plus.
EDUCATION
High school graduate or equivalent.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
None
OTHER
If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Excellent communications skills, including conflict management, tact, persuasion and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrates commitment to the Guest Services program and performs duties to promote quality patient care and customer satisfaction while promoting safety and cost efficiency.
Detail-oriented and multitasking skills are preferred.
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