Abrazo Medical Group (VHS Outpatient Clinics, Inc) Hiring for Scheduling Coordinator for Biltmore Cardiology Camelback Job at Phoenix, AZ Full Time

Responsible for all aspects of surgery process including all verifying insurance; pre-operative certifications and authorizations; complete necessary hospital forms; scheduling patient for any pre-operative labs, testing and coordination of post-surgery care

Responsibilities

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Triage surgical candidates as required by the physicians
• Work with appropriate hospital personnel to obtain information as required for surgery scheduling.
• Educate patients about planned surgery
• Verify insurance information in electronic system
• Obtain insurance authorizations as required by individual plans prior to surgery
• Work in concert with surgeons to obtain medical clearances and preoperative testing as required by hospital protocols
• Confirm and reschedule return appointments, as necessary.
• Provide assistance to administrative or clinical staff as needed.
• Notify manager with patient account and insurance issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Required: High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge

Experience

Required: Minimum of one year working in medical insurance or healthcare related field

Preferred: Previous surgery scheduling experience

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