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Med-Metrix Authorization Representative in Pasig, Philippines
Experience these exceptional benefits when you join Med-Metrix!
8-Hour Shifts, Fixed Weekends Off
Day 1 HMO with 2 of your dependents covered for FREE
Group Life Insurance
Medical Cash Allowance
Rice Allowance
Clothing Allowance
Holiday Gift
Bereavement Assistance
Free Lunch Daily
Paid Time Off
Training and Staff Development
Employee Engagement Activities
Opportunities for Internal Mobility
The Authorization Representative is responsible for obtaining and providing accurate and complete data input for precertification/preauthorization from insurance companies.
Duties and Responsibilities
Works effectively with insurance companies to obtain pre-certification/ authorization for services
Places calls to various health plans to obtain appropriate precertification prior to the patient`s appointment
Ability to understand/interpret documented clinical information and relay pertinent medical/clinical information to the insurance company
Faxes to pre-certification request form to insurance company
Maintains files and security of confidential information utilizing host system to scan and input data as per established procedures
Verifies medical insurance information and documents in scheduling/registration modules
Reviews claim denials and rejections
Accurately enters and updates patient data, and other general data, into the computer system
Patient intake; insurance verification, notification of copays/patient liability and confirmation of demographics
Maintain account work progress, including but not limited to updating authorization logs, account referral in EMR, authorization paperwork and issue reports
Demonstrates knowledge of varied managed care insurance and regulatory guidelines
Meets and maintains daily productivity/quality standards established in departmental policies
Uses the MPower workflow system, client host system and other tools available to them to collect payments and resolve accounts
Adheres to the policies and procedures established for the client/team
Use, protect and disclose patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards.
Communicate effectively with physician offices and patients.
Place outbound call to patients with precertification notification.
Work independently from assigned work queues
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Maintain a professional attitude
Other duties as assigned by the management team
Qualifications
Must have completed at least 1 year in College under a medical-allied course.
Medical terminology knowledge, required
Minimum of 1 years of healthcare or physician's office related experience in obtaining and handling pre-authorizations
Extensive knowledge of individual payor websites, including eviCore, Navinet and Novitasphere
Knowledge of Medical Terminology, CPT Codes, Modifiers and Diagnosis Codes
Experience in oncology is a strong preference.
Proficiency with MS Office. Must have basic Excel skillset
Experience with GE Centricity, EPIC PB, Allscripts, Cerner, preferred
Must be amenable to work during US hours
Must be amenable to work onsite
Working Conditions
Work Set-Up: Onsite
Work Schedule: US hours, night shift; must be flexible to accommodate business schools.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move around the work area; Sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear.
Mental Demands: The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress.
Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
Med-Metrix will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, veteran status, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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