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    Patient Access Representative I - Houston, United States - UT Health Science Center at Houston

    UT Health Science Center at Houston
    UT Health Science Center at Houston Houston, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.


    UTHealth Houston's School of Dentistry is seeking a Patient Access Representative I to join their team of professionals in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery.

    The PAR I will be responsible for verifying medical and/or dental insurance benefits for upcoming patient services procedures in the office or surgeries in the operation room.

    Other duties include patient financial estimates, scheduling appointments, and procedures, and answering incoming calls. This individual will also work with surgeons to confirm treatment plans and ensure clinic notes are finalized. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Medical and/or Dental Terminology and be familiar with ICD-10/ADA codes/CPT Codes. Bilingual is a plus

    Location:
    Scurlock Tower @ 6560 Fannin, Houston, Texas 77030

    Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.)
    , plus:


    • 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
    • Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
    • The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue
    • Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
    • Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan
    We take care of our employees As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...


    • Free financial and legal counseling
    • Free mental health counseling services
    • Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
    • Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
    • Resources for child and elder care
    • Plus many more

    Position Summary:
    Responsible for ensuring medical necessity compliance, verifying eligibility, and posting payments.


    Position Key Accountabilities:

    • Obtains demographic, insurance and financial information from patient or guarantor. Enters information in computer system with a high degree of accuracy.
    • May schedule patient appointments and enter required information in the computer system in an accurate and timely manner.
    • Explains all required forms to the patient or guarantor and obtains the necessary signatures.
    • Ensures medical necessity compliance by obtaining necessary data, reviewing Compliance System, communicating information to patient or guarantor and obtaining necessary signatures.
    • Protects the financial integrity of the facility by collecting patient liability, establishing payment arrangements, discussing payment options and screening for eligibility. Completes complex financial counseling including the review and submission of charity applications. Identifies alternative resources for financial reimbursement.
    • Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits and ensures all notifications and authorizations are completed within the required timeframes.
    • Posts payments in the computer system and generates the appropriate patient receipts.
    • Communicates in an effective and professional manner with Physicians, Care Management, ancillary departments, nursing units, physicians' office staff, insurance companies, as well as patients and their families (all Patient Access customers). Completes thorough and accurate documentation.
    • Adheres to all university policies, procedures, and standards, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and accuracy of practice.
    • Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    Certification/Skills:
    Ability to multi-task.

    Proficient typing/keyboarding skills.


    Minimum Education:
    High School Diploma or equivalent


    Minimum Experience:
    One (1) year of experience in a hospital or medical business office setting.


    Physical Requirements:


    Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.


    Security Sensitive:


    This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.

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    Residency Requirement:
    Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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