Admitting Clerk - Full time - nights
On-site · Oakdale, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Receives and admits patients requiring hospitalization or outpatient services. Verifies patient demographic information and enters into computer system. Responsible for pre-certification of all required outpatient procedures including SDS procedures. Notifies outpatients of co-pays and/or deductibles prior to visit. Assists the Case Management Department with utilization management of all types of acute/observation patients. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, ICD codes, and government rules; performs clerical tasks using office equipment and computer.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency preferred
- six months to one year related experience and/or training preferred
- Knowledge of medical and managed care terminology
- General knowledge of Governmental Rules and Guidelines (COBRA, EMTALA, SNF consolidated billing, etc.)
- Must have understanding of hospital utilization review, admission certification process, and ICD codes
- Clerical skills with office equipment (telephone, copy machine, fax, computer)
- General computer knowledge
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