Scheduling Coordinator for West Phoenix Gastroenterology

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources. 
• Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement. 
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner. 
• Triage surgical candidates as required by the physicians 
• Work with appropriate hospital personnel to obtain information as required for surgery scheduling.   
• Educate patients about planned surgery 
• Verify insurance information in electronic system 
• Obtain insurance authorizations as required by individual plans prior to surgery 
• Work in concert with surgeons to obtain medical clearances and preoperative testing as required by hospital protocols 
• Confirm and reschedule return appointments, as necessary. 
• Provide assistance to administrative or clinical staff as needed. 
• Notify manager with patient account and insurance issues. 
• Other duties as assigned

Education: High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge

Experience: Minimum of one year working in medical insurance or healthcare related field; Previous surgery scheduling experience strongly preferred. 

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