HEALTH SERVICES ASSISTANT - CARE COORDINATION

Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Overview:Now Hiring a Health Services AssistantSummary:Responsible for supporting Health Services Coordination functions including, but not limited to, medical records coordination, technical retrospective claims review, referral/auth. entry, research which may include but not limited to claims, eligibility, benefits, provider contracts, coordination of benefits, provider education, data entry report generation, act as liaison to and/or assists PHS clinical leaders.Job DescriptionType of Opportunity: Full TimeFTE: 1.000000Exempt: NoWork Schedule: Days - Remote eligible for ABQ & Rio Rancho, NMResponsibilities:Prior Authorization may process emergent/elective and transitional prior authorization requests according to established evidenced based criteria. Screens prior authorization requests not meeting guidelines and requests/gathers/forwards additional information.May conduct utilization review by monitoring daily prior authorization requests and documenting timely updates for service requests. Completes Administrative Denials and submits Medical Director Reviews as directed.Correspondence with Provider/Member Notifies members and providers including but not limited to approvals, provider notification of service requests and out of network approvalsCoordination of Benefits by monitoring benefit limitations for all members. Identifies members for case management or needed follow up regarding subrogation or coordination of benefits. Refers to appropriate departments as needed. Provides claims follow up as indicated.Documents in multiple computer applications timely and according to unit policy and regulations. Documents appropriate codes and claims payment information to ensure accurate claims payment. Data entry to ensure accurate records notifications/referrals. Submits Patient referrals for complaints and compliments.Liaison with providers and facilities telephonically, include problem solving regarding member needs, Requests clinical updates.May respond to incoming calls routed through skill-based technology to meet quality standards and performance measurements. May conduct outbound calls as required and meet established quality/quantity guidelines supporting initiatives and/or programs.Qualifications:High School Diploma GED required. Associates Degree or completion of a medical vocational program preferred. One to three years' experience in a medical or health insurance positionEducation:Essential: High School Diploma or GEDBenefits:BenefitsBenefits are effective day-one (for .45 FTE and above) and include:Competitive salariesFull medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Free wellness programsPaid time off (PTO)Retirement plans, including matching employer contributionsContinuing education and career development opportunities Life insurance and short/long term disability programsAbout UsPresbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state's largest private employer with approximately 11,000 employees.Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, employees, board members, and other volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than 700,000 New Mexicans.We are part of New Mexico's history - and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.About New MexicoNew Mexico's unique blend of Spanish, Mexican and Native American influences contribute to a culturally rich lifestyle. Add in Albuquerque's International Balloon Fiesta, Los Alamos' nuclear scientists, Roswell's visitors from outer space, and Santa Fe's artists, and you get an eclectic mix of people, places and experiences that make this state great.Cities in New Mexico are continually ranked among the nation's best places to work and live by Forbes magazine, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, and other corporate and government relocation managers like Worldwide ERC.New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore, and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.NCS123

Keywords: Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Albuquerque , HEALTH SERVICES ASSISTANT - CARE COORDINATION, Healthcare , Albuquerque, New Mexico