Patient Service Specialist
Current. Provide customer service to patients by coordinating services,directing callers to appropriate scheduling areas and providing special instructions.. Determine appointment type and urgency then schedule appointment.. Communicate scheduling information,instructions and directions.. Capture and verify referrals and cancellations, insurance coverage and physician data.. Process intranet appointment scheduling requests.. Act as a liaison for outside referring physicians and facilities to resolve scheduling issues between patients and providers then review and confirm appointments.. Monitor combined registration reports, AHIQA. Identify patients in need of financial counseling to facilitate payment. Align correct insurance coverage with type of service provided and process insurance registration.. Utilize customer service skills to resolve patient’s concerns and issues.. Work on special projects for the Clinic as assigned.Answers physician hot-lines and contact appropriate staff for outside physicians and facilities.. Access multiple department/physician schedules to provide after-hours assistance with physician schedule cancellations and patient surgical cancellations.. Process call,fax and intra/internet appointment scheduling requests.