[Hiring] Precertification Coordinator I @The Ohio State University

Role Description

The Pre-Certification coordinator responsibilities include understanding and verifying benefits for Outpatient, Inpatient and Ambulatory Surgery Services as well as obtaining prior authorizations.

• Coordinate the insurance verification and precertification process for all outpatient procedures, inpatient admissions, and other designated services.
• Contact patients/families to ascertain additional demographic and insurance information essential to the authorization processes.
• Inform patients of co-pays that will be due.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• PC Knowledge and interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
• Minimum 6 months experience in customer service or a healthcare environment
• Associate degree and at least 1 year experience in a Patient Revenue role at OSUWMC (preferred)
• Experience with medical terminology and payer requirements (preferred)
• Experience with Windows, Excel, and intranet/internet navigation tools
• Demonstrated ability to work in multiple databases and software applications
• Ability to work in self-directed manner while interacting with consumers, physicians, and all medical center faculty and staff
• Ability to communicate clearly with health care team

Requirements

• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check
• A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process

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