Associate Patient Care Coordinator

5 months ago

Phoenix, Arizona, United States UnitedHealth Group Full-time

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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.
Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.
Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Associate Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating patients for radiology services, answering all calls for patient registration, appointment scheduling and rescheduling, for face-to-face, telehealth visits, lab and imaging appointments

Schedule: Monday
- Friday, within the hours of 7:00AM
- 5:00PM (8-hour shifts). Supervisor will determine shift.

Location:
N 15th St Ste Phoenix, AZ

Primary

Responsibilities:

Build processes to streamline how patients are referred to and directed to internal imaging locationsCommunicates directly with patients and / or families either in person or on the phone to complete the registration process by collecting patient demographics, health information, and verifying insurance eligibility / benefitsUtilizes computer systems to enter access or verify patient data in real
- time ensuring accuracy and completeness of informationGathers necessary clinical information and processes referrals, pre-certification, pre-determinations, and pre-authorizes according to insurance plan requirementsVerifies insurance coverage, benefits and creates price estimates, reverifications as neededCollects patient co-pays as appropriate and conducts conversations with patients on their out-of-pocket financial obligationsIdentifies outstanding balances from patient's previous visits and attempts to collect any amount dueResponsible for collecting data directly from patients and referring to provider offices to confirm and create scheduled appointments for patient services prior to hospital dischargeResponds to patient and caregivers' inquiries related to routine and sensitive topics always in a compassionate and respectful mannerGenerates, reviews, and analyzes patient data reports and follows up on issues and inconsistencies as necessaryPerforms other related duties as required.

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together
- competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid HolidaysMedical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving accountDental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase PlanEducation ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)More information can be downloaded at: style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED (or higher)1+ years of customer service experience1+ years of Microsoft Office experience

Preferred

Qualifications:

1+ years of experience in a health care settingExperience with EPICIndependent means of transportation during work hours for job related tasksBilingual (English / Spanish)Bilingual (English / Tagalog)

Soft

Skills:

Excellent communication skills and phone etiquette

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary,

we offer
benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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