Lead, Network Prior Auth Dept

2 months ago


Allentown, United States St. Luke's University Health Network Full time

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission_ of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care._

The Lead Financial Clearance Representative performs all of the job responsibilities of a Pre-Encounter Representative Level II. Responsible for the integrity of patient, financial and verification data obtained by staff and notification of deficiencies to staff and management. In the absence of management, the Lead will be the individual that staff/other departments will contact if there are questions or issues to resolve. Responsible to resolve when appropriate, notify management of the issue and/or escalate to management for resolution.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the financial clearance of all scheduled patients by providing accurate and timely verification of all financial information and pre-certification/referral for all services to ensure proper reimbursement- Monitors all schedules to insure that all cases are identified and financial clearance is obtained.- Ensures that either pre-certifications or referrals are obtained prior to date of service (i.e. Surgery, diagnostic studies and infusion services).- Verifies benefits and coverage. Refers all self pay patients to the Financial Navigators for payment and accessibility options- Ensures CPT codes coordinate with testing and procedures that are ordered. Obtains retro authorizations and prepares appeals for denied services.- Updates and/or communicates correct patient information to appropriate staff, hospital departments, and computer systems- Identifies communication and procedural inefficiencies and/or breakdowns among staff and other departments or areas and assist in developing a correction plan. Provides information regarding process and reimbursement changes to providers, patients and other departments- Maintains ongoing knowledge of billing regulations and/or requirements and registration procedures- Serves as preceptor for all education in the department. Monitors and audits case record for appropriate resolution- Serves as “Go to” person for Supervisor and Manager during daily operations.

EDUCATION:
High School Graduate or equivalent

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years healthcare experience in an outpatient department or business office with a hospital, physician’s office, or similar medical facility required. Strong customer service skills with knowledge of health insurance coverage and plans. Must have ability to work independently. Computer experience required. Bilingual preferred
- St. Luke's University Health Network is an
- Equal Opportunity Employer.



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