The Integrated Behavioral Health Support Specialist is responsible for managing patient check-in/check-out, verifying insurance, and coordinating referrals. They also handle medical records, schedule appointments, and ensure compliance with HIPAA and office safety protocols.
Requirements overview
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong computer skills. Previous clerical experience in a medical or behavioral health setting is preferred, along with knowledge of medical terminology.
Key skills
Medical terminologyBehavioral health terminologyPatient registrationInsurance verificationPrior authorizationMedical records managementHIPAA complianceCustomer serviceSchedulingData entryMicrosoft productsCommunicationMultitaskingInterpersonal skillsOffice administration
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Community Care Physicians (CCP) is the largest independent multispecialty medical group in the Capital Region of NY. Headquartered in Latham, we provide a broad range of healthcare services to 8 counties in upstate NY. Our organization includes primary care, specialty care, urgent care and wellness services. With more than 1,900 employees, including over 421 practitioners in its sub-specialty and primary care network, CCP touches every three to four people in the Capital Region.
We are focused on relationships with our patients and teams. We have "community" in our name for a reason. It's something we live and breathe every day. We live here, work here, and our focus is on making our community a healthier place.
CCP's achievement as a high-performing organization has evolved from a long tradition of excellence. Founded over 40 years ago, what started as a radiology practice has since grown to a multispecialty organization with over 30 medical specialties and some of the area's most highly respected practitioners. For many of us, taking care of people isn't just the career we have today, it's the passion we've had our entire lives. From our greeters to our nurses, practitioners to our support staff, we all are focused on the health – and happiness – of our patients.
Our unique business model sets us apart – we have centralized technical and administrative services so our practices can focus on patient care. As a physician owned and managed organization, we are guided by those who practice in our offices every day and focused on creating an optimal experience for our patients and our staff.
CCP is a multiple recipient of the Albany Times Union's "Top Workplace," the Albany Business Review's "Great Place to Work," in 2021, Energage ranked CCP as a "Top Workplace USA," and have been recognized by our patients for our high-quality care. Come drive quality, inspire compassion, and contribute to our community, one patient at a time. Bring your talents to CCP.
HealthcareAdministrativeCustomer Service & Support
Description
Community Care Physicians Integrated Behavioral Health is hiring a full-time
Patient Support Specialist to join their team!
This is a 40 hour work week, Monday-Friday with 8 hour shifts TBD between the
hours of 7:30am-4:30pm
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:
* Greet patients in friendly and professional manner and complete
check-in/check-out process.
* Process incoming telephone calls/messages based on office policy and
procedure.
* Obtain patient signature on appropriate waiver(s) according to insurance
requirements.
* Communicate to clinical staff that patient has arrived and registration
process is complete per practice policy. Notify staff of cancellations or
late arrivals.
* Collect payments and/or addresses patient's outstanding balances according to
office policy and procedure.
* Obtain necessary documentation from referring physician according to
insurance requirements.
* Organize and monitor provider's daily schedule.
* Maintain timely patient flow.
* Prepare patient for visit as appropriate, based on office/provider
requirements.
* Prepare charts for future appointments by following office policy and
procedure.
* Ensure patient encounter form is accurate and complete.
* Follow appropriate security procedures for opening and closing of office.
* Keep up to date and informed on company/office policies and procedures
through staff meetings, correspondence, etc.
* Verify patient insurance coverage/demographic information at each visit and
update when necessary.
* Must be aware of patient confidentiality and bring any concerns or complaints
to the Director and Site Coordinator.
* Adhere to infection control/safety guidelines, and confidentiality policies.
* Balance financial transactions at the end of the morning, completing daily
reconciliation at the end of the day, filling out deposit slips.
* Management of incoming and outgoing referral requests through Allscripts,
tasks/messaging, and patient/provider requests in a timely manner.
* Complete and schedule provider orders for outpatient behavioral health
related services.
* Obtain prior authorization for such testing when required.
* Complete emergency/urgent patient referrals at the time of the provider’s
request.
* Contact patients and inform them regarding their referral information,
including: date/time, specialist or facility name/address/phone number, and
any instructions they may need to know prior to their appointment.
* Assist patients with questions regarding insurance coverage, referrals
needed, and information related to specialists.
* Manage outgoing medical records requests by following office protocol to
ensure strict HIPAA compliance and quality patient care.
Additional Duties:
* Write letters of medical necessity for out-of-network referrals and special
services, as needed, and submit to insurance company for approval.
* Fax all written referrals/prescriptions, pertinent medical records, and any
other requested information to the specialist, to ensure quality patient
care.
* Assist in completion of patient forms for school, work, disability, camp,
etc.
* Cancel, reschedule and confirm patient appointments when necessary
* Direct or address requests of walk-in inquiries as appropriate.
* Process incoming/outgoing correspondence and perform necessary follow up
action.
* Index and categorize faxes and scanned documents for EMR.
* Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
Competencies:
* Knowledge of medical and behavioral health terminology and office procedures
preferred.
* Ability to use interpersonal skills to establish/maintain cooperative
relationships with patients, family members, physicians, providers, managers,
co-workers and external customers.
* Maintain strictest confidentiality and discretion.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft products preferred.
* Ability to read, understand and follow oral written instructions.
* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
* Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment.
If you are interested in this opportunity and have the desired qualifications,
please Apply Now!
Compensation: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
CCP salary ranges are designed to be competitive with room for professional and
financial growth. Individual compensation is based on several factors unique to
each candidate, such as work experience, qualifications, and skills. Some roles
may also be eligible for overtime pay.
CCP's compensation packages go far beyond just salary. The company offers a
comprehensive total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision and
life insurances, paid holidays, paid time off, retirement plan, and much more in
a business casual environment!
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse intellectual, gender and ethnic
perspectives to Community Care Physicians.
Community Care Physicians is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
* High school graduate or equivalent with additional education desirable.
* Previous clerical experience in a medical or behavioral health practice
preferred.
* Strong computer skills.
* Knowledge of medical terminology and office procedures preferred.
* Ability to use interpersonal skills to establish/maintain cooperative
relationships with patients, family members, physicians, providers, managers,
co-workers and external customers.
* Maintain strictest confidentiality and discretion.
Requirements
•Medical terminology
•Behavioral health terminology
•Patient registration
•Insurance verification
•Prior authorization
•Medical records management
•HIPAA compliance
•Customer service
•Scheduling
•Data entry
•Microsoft products
•Communication
•Multitasking
•Interpersonal skills
•Office administration
Benefits
•Medical insurance
•Dental insurance
•Vision insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid holidays
•Paid time off
•Retirement plan
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