Registration Specialist I

Key Responsibilities

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Facilitates high volume patient flow from point of entry to destination in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
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Obtains specific information to generate an accurate financial and demographic record for patients that will ensure maximum reimbursement and clinical outcomes.
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Schedules appointments, interviews patients for appropriate medical information, explains charges and policies of the department/hospital, validates and enters charges into appropriate systems, and collects necessary payment.
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Other duties as assigned
Skills for Success
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Attention to detail
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Reliable punctuality and attendance
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Team focused
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Self-starter, coachable
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Ability to adjust to changing priorities

Qualifications

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High School Diploma/GED is required.
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Prefer relevant experience in a health care setting.
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Ability to learn and retain medical coding; ICD-10; CPT coding preferred.
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Requires ability to interpret insurance information; knowledge of clinical practices and medical terminology preferred.
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Basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).