Job Summary:
The Referral Specialist will manage all outgoing and incoming/internal referrals from inside and outside of Upstate. Responsible for obtaining and managing any necessary prior authorizations for all outgoing referrals. Will communicate with ordering providers for any additional information or peer-to-peer reviews as required by insurance. Will process referrals and verify all necessary requirements are completed before scheduling. Document and scan all communication with referral offices and communication with the patient. Will also work closely with ambulatory offices and assist them in finding all necessary medical records. The referral specialist will answer calls and e-mail correspondents about pending/ready to schedule referrals with the referring providers. Accepts assignments to other areas as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree and two (2) years relevant patient financial/insurance services experience in a healthcare related setting or eq...