Responsible for coordinating with providers to obtain orders and schedule patients for Cardiovascular imaging studies at MMIC. Complete benefits review to ensure the study has been pre-authorized by the payer.
CardioVascular Imaging Scheduling for Medical Mall Imaging Center
Take calls/fax/emails from providers asking to schedule cardiac exams.
Verify prior authorization
Verify patient insurance eligibility
Enter documentation and authorization into the EMR
Document and communicate with clinical staff, physicians, administrators and patients regarding issues and discrepancies.
Coordinates rescheduling with patient and provider
Call and confirm patients’ appointments and explain procedure and give opportunity for the patient to ask questions.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
1 year of patient access experience.
Meditech training is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Ability to navigate Meditech scheduling module and EMR
Communication skills
Maintain professional attitude
Ability to set for extended periods of time to utilize the computer workstation
Light physical demands Moderate Energy level Lift and Carry 25lbs
· Performs other duties as assigned
· Complies with all policies and procedures
Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH), the Healthcare System of Appalachia, and ranked as one of the Top 10 Employers in Kentucky by Forbes Magazine, is a not-for-profit health system operating 13 hospitals in Barbourville, Hazard, Harlan, Hyden, Martin, McDowell, Middlesboro, Prestonsburg, South Williamson, West Liberty and Whitesburg in Kentucky; as well as Beckley and Hinton in West Virginia, as well as multi-specialty physician practices, home health agencies, home medical equipment stores and retail pharmacies. ARH employs more than 6,000 people with an annual payroll and benefits of $330 million generated into our local economies. ARH also has a network of more than 600 active and courtesy medical staff members. ARH is the largest provider of care and single largest employer in southeastern Kentucky and the third largest private employer in southern West Virginia, and is consistently recognized for its medical excellence.
