Intake Assistant

This position will support the pulmonary rehab programs at Troy Royal Oak and Farmington Hills. This is a hybrid position that will require you to be onsite 1-2 days a week rotating between these 3 locations.

Job Summary

The Intake Assistant is responsible for referral processing providing accurate and complete data input for pre-authorization requests while effectively communicating to internal and external customers.

Essential Functions

• Obtains initial and subsequent insurance authorization and pre-certification for in office procedures treatments and services.

• Researches additional or alternative resources for non-covered services to prevent payment denials.

• Maintains a close working relationship with site Patient Financial Counselor.

• Communicates with clinical staff PFC and management regarding restrictions or unique requirements for insurance plans.

• Maintains a current working knowledge of authorization requirements for all payers and of state and federal regulatory guidelines.

• Assists in maintaining manuals logs and other required documentation.

• Demonstrates an understanding of patient confidentiality to protect the patient and the clinic/corporation.

• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office.

• Covers for and assists with other front office functions as requested.

• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology

• Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite EHR/EMR and insurance portals.

• Great Communication skills

Preferred

• A minimum of (3) years of medical business office experience with insurance procedures and patient interaction.

• Additional clinical background

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial health and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you like restaurants phone plans spas and more!

• Optional identity theft protection home and auto insurance pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Troy Hospital - 44201 Dequindre Road - Troy

Department Name

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Troy - Troy

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members patients visitors and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR Varicella Tdap and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process to perform the essential functions of a job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability pregnancy or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race color national origin sex disability age religion genetic information marital status height weight gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system we advocate for equity as we care for our patients our communities and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity equity and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.