PRN Patient Care Coordinator

Company: Tryon Medical Partners
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Patient Care Coordinator Applicants please note: All Tryon employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or apply for and receive an exemption to this requirement. Exceptions will be granted on the basis of medical or religious reasons only.General Job Summary:The Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for insuring the physician's plan of care is accurately completed in a timely manner. Duties include coordinating and insuring completion of the referrals with physicians, hospitals and other community services, scheduling patients for follow-up visits, assisting patients with questions and concerns related to delivery system access. (This position is "pro re nata" and will support the Balantyne location as needed). Primary Job Responsibilities/Tasks may include, but not limited to:Patient Coordination responsibilities include:Obtains ancillary results on all physician orders in a timely manner.Obtains referring provider clinic notes on all referred patients in a timely manner.Responsible for obtaining and documenting authorization requirements from insurance carriers for any scheduled referrals/procedures.Work at different Tryon office locations as needed.Monitor and check assigned Athena boxes and other assigned boxes for coverage.Other duties as assigned.Clinic Support responsibilities include:Assembles patients' health information including patient symptoms and medical history, exam results, X-ray reports, lab tests, diagnoses, and treatment plans.Ensures all related reports, labs and demographics are sent to the outside facility prior to their appointment.Reviews to ensure all forms are completed, properly identified, and signed and that all necessary information in the EHR.Communicates as needed with physicians and other health care professionals to clarify diagnoses or obtain additional information.Obtains lab/X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.;Verifies insurance coverage and patient demographics;Updates charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately.Ensures timely delivery of outside mail and communication to the physicianRequirementsEducation:High school diploma; some college preferredExperience:Minimum of one-year medical office or healthcare facility experienceE.H.R. and Scheduling experienceExperience serving customers in person and on the phonePhysical Requirements:Work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling.Must be able to lift and support weight of 35 pounds.Ability to concentrate on details.Use of computer for long periods of time.

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