NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registrar.
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In this role, the successful candidate accurately obtains all pertinent patient demographics and financial information to properly record episode and to maximize reimbursement for the medical center.
Job Responsibilities:
- Accurate data collection and data entries.
- Demonstrates adaptability by adjusting well to changes in staff scheduling.
- Demonstrates ability to recognize, establish and set priorities, and strives to make good use of time during assigned shift through careful coordination of daily tasks.
- Recognizes problems and seeks solutions as appropriate and is able to determine if a problem should be referred to a Supervisor or requires follow up.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patients, and communicates ideas, problems, suggestions and messages in a timely and effective manner.
- Cooperates and communicates with all Hospital staff including physicians, patients, their families and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
- Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary departments and physicians offices in order to expedite the registration and process to avoid negative financial impact on the facility.
- Answers telephone and respond to inquiries for the department.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Follows up with patients and their Primary Care Physicians regarding referrals and enters referral and preauthorization information into the appropriate system(s).
- Collects and applies payments for self-pay, deductibles, copayments and coinsurance into the appropriate system(s) for the Hospital.
- Utilizes online insurance verification systems to determine coverage, deductibles, copayments and coinsurance or other patient liabilities.
- Supplies each patient and/or their representative with all required pertinent documents.
- Explains thoroughly all forms and obtains and witnesses all required signatures on consents and financial agreements.
- Interviews patients upon their arrival and update all personal and insurance information.
- Demonstrates knowledge of Patient Bill of Rights, Advance Directives and Financial Assistance Program.
- Demonstrates knowledge of third party billing and have the ability to thoroughly answer patient inquiries pertaining to Outpatient Services.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or Equivalent required. Working knowledge/familiarity with basic medical terminology is required. Strong customer service and computer skills required. Type 45 WPM.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual preferred. Associate's Degree in Business. 2-3 years of previous experience in Admitting, Registration, or hospital/physician billing with knowledge of managed care and referral/pre-certification procedures.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $24.90 - $26.31 hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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