Our Company
Amerita
Overview
Amerita is a leading provider of Specialty Infusion services focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. As one of the most respected Specialty Infusion providers in America, we service thousands of patients nationwide through our growing network of branches and healthcare professionals. The Intake Coordinator has primary responsibility for the timely clearance of new patient referrals.
• High-quality, affordable benefits for all Full-time and Part-time Employees• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits plus, HSA & FSA Savings Accounts• Supplemental Coverage – Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability• Employee Discounts• Tuition Reimbursement• Paid Time Off & Holidays
Responsibilities
• Takes Infusion Therapy referrals from referral sources. • Ensures that all intake forms are complete, clear and within Amerita’s scope of service. • Obtains authorizations and re-authorizations as required by payers. • Enters patient demographic, insurance and authorization information into the computer system. • Communicates with other departments regarding the status of referrals. • Notifies patients/families regarding coverage and payment responsibilities. • Understands which insurance companies have active contracts with Amerita. • Ensures that insurance verification is completed and authorization is in place prior to giving the referral to a Pharmacist. • Maintains confidentiality of patient and proprietary information.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required; Associate’s Degree or some college preferred • Minimum two (2) years of experience collecting referral information in the healthcare market • Experience working with all payer types, including Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurance companies • Knowledge of insurance verification and pre-certification procedures • Understands the scope of services that Amerita can provide• Strong verbal and written communication skills