Patient Care Coordinator Neurosurgery Clinic

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Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: C/P-Neurosurgery-Clinic Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, we want to hear from you! Banner - University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic strives to provide the best neurosurgical treatment with the latest technology and evidence-based care while focusing on compassionate, tailored plans that are unique for each patient. We also specialize in minimally-invasive techniques and complex cases. Throughout the entire process, patients can feel confident that they have a team of devoted Banner Brain & Spine experts in multiple subspecialties working toward meeting their needs. The Patient Care Coordinator will serve as a provider Liaison to all staff and services. The PCC will receive instruction from the provider and ensure its completion by delegating to the appropriate team member. On occasion, the PCC will reach out to the appropriate staff to obtain a status update. The PCC is not a leader role; however, they are responsible for establishing effective communication within their assigned service line for the completion of all tasks and requests. Along with being a Liaison, the PCC role is responsible for reviewing completed DR's and updating status via ARM tool, scheduling new and established visits, completing outgoing referrals for their service line, monitoring messages via PCC pool and maintaining prompt and effective communication with patients, providers, offices, vendors and PCC for the PM&R service line to support physicians with Procedure scheduling, authorization, and coordination. The schedule is Monday-Friday from 8:00AM-4:30PM, working with a strong team that supports the community need for Neurosurgeons. We strive to provide high quality care to ensure an exceptional patient experience. Location: 755 McDowell Rd. Phoenix. University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics and has operations in multiple locations spanning across the Phoenix metropolitan city. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing personalized coordination, clarification and communication of all administrative aspects of care including patient needs assessments, insurance and authorization verification, registration, maintaining and handling of documentation, and scheduling of appointments. This position partners with the clinical care team to ensure a seamless experience for the patient and their family across the entire continuum of their treatment. This position assists with providing resources to help the patient maintain optimal care. This position performs follow-up tasks identified during the patient needs assessment for management of patients across the healthcare continuum or when the patient is in the continuum and needs additional resource support. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Performs patient intake process, which may include pre-registration/registration. Partners with the clinical care team to determine initial authorizations needed based on the predicted care treatment plan. Obtains patient insurance benefit information for all aspects of the treatment, including, but not limited to, inpatient and outpatient services, prescription drugs, and travel and housing, if necessary. May also answer questions regarding the authorization process and supply information to providers, patients and third party payors. 2. Acts as a resource for insurance coverage, which may include obtaining authorizations and notifications throughout the patient's treatment. Obtains all necessary signatures and documentation required by the patient's insurance plan. Accurately and completely documents all information into the patient records system to ensure maximum reimbursement. Monitors and updates information regarding insurance data, authorizations, preferred providers and changes in patient's treatment plan. Partners with the clinical care team and insurance provider to ensure continued coverage of patient's care and maximum reimbursement and minimized financial impact to the patient. 3. Provides administrative support in maintaining materials

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