Medical Practice Representative I - Orthopaedics (Laurel Site)

Job Description

Various receptionist and clerical duties in a clinical practice including answering phones, greeting patients, and limited scheduling, checking in/checking out duties with or without insurance registration or charge entry; and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Demonstrates knowledge of FPI and its practices, including payer contracts, policies and best practices.

Exhibits entry level of skill in managing provider schedules and scheduling appointments accurately and effectively, including communicating patient responsibilities (obtaining a referral, bringing a co-pay, presenting identification and an insurance card at check in) and other events as part of the practice pre-visit activities.

Demonstrates the ability and understanding of FPI policy for cash collection and patient encounter, including collecting co-payments, outstanding balances and posting accurately and efficiently in GE Front Desk Module.

Demonstrates a working knowledge of the revenue cycle as it relates to patient encounters and obtaining/verifying patient demographic and insurance information in order to receive payment for services rendered.

Maintains Registration Certification to include entering accurate information in the GE Practice Management System and exhibiting a high level of understanding payer categories and Registration FSCs.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

One year related office or customer service experience

Entry level computer skills

Strong customer service

Accurate data entry skills

Full-time