About this role
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Organization: HVI-Comprehensive Cancer Center Position Overview: Responsible for performing the appropriate processes to verify patient eligibility, coordinate benefits, ensure insurance coverage, and determine if prior authorization is needed for said order. If needed, obtains authorization and documents in the patient electronic medical record. Facilitates responses to patient inquiries regarding authorizations within turnaround standards. Job Description: EDUCATION:
• HS Diploma or GED
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
• 1 year recent relevant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
• Medical terminology, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)/International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding knowledge. • Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy. • Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments, seeking review when decisions represent significant departure from established guidelines. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word or similar programs. • Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions. • Active listening skills; including interpersonal skills and telephone communication. • Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up.
Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday, Variable Weekend Requirements: As Needed Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $31.86 to $44.60 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.