Precertification Specialist | Central Scheduling, Full-Time

Complete all functions associated with outpatient scheduling: Answers incoming phone calls within the pre-established guidelines per the policy and procedure manual and accurately provide all relevant information to the callers. Gathers pertinent patient information during patient or provider office interactions, including demographic, financial/guarantor information, MyChart activation and inputs information into the Hospital information system. Ensures scheduling and authorization practices are consistent with internal policies and external requirements for expedient patient care and proper claims billing. Contributes to the financial effectiveness of the Hospital by obtaining and/or reviewing scanned Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party insurance cards.