Job Description
Position Summary: This position is responsible for obtaining benefits and prior authorizations for scheduled treatments/procedures. Responsible for educating patient on insurance coverage and benefits. Assess patients' financial ability; may educate patient on assistance programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Prior to a patient receiving treatment; obtains insurance coverage information and demographics; educates patient on insurance coverage, benefits, co-pays, deductibles, and out-of-pocket expenses.
- Responsible for acquiring and documenting all Prior Authorizations need for patients before first visit.
- Assess patients' ability to meet expenses and discusses payment arrangements.
- May educate patients on financial assistance programs as well as identify sources and provide assistance with completing forms.
- Based upon diagnosis, estimated i...