Executive Steward jobs in Beaumont, TX

Position Summary :

Key Responsibilities :

• Identifies potential previous patient history before processing data.
• Prepares charts on new patients, updates charts for existing / returning patients. Pulls charts and review for messages.
• Verifies patient billing information to include : Responsible party, current address, telephone number, insurance carrier, etc.

Copies insurance cards completely.

• Generates / prepares charge tickets for patients scheduled or added on.
• Files all patient related information accurately and timely.
• Assists patient with authorization to release medical records.
• Balance’s cash received at the end of each day and reports as directed. Checks, summarizes, and totals all charge tickets at end of each day.

Posts charges and payments on the day of service as time permits. Puts patient sign in sheet and charge tickets into an envelope and takes to Billing / Collections clerk for processing.

• Assists with other clerical functions as needed or requested.
• Answers all phone calls promptly and courteously. Takes messages accurately and completely. Ensures that callers placed on hold are attended to promptly.
• Enters information into computer system using established criteria.
• Initiates appropriate levels of communication with patients and physicians’ offices to obtain missing details on patient accounts.
• Calls / Faxes designated pre-certification or prior authorization number to obtain authorization for payment of services rendered.
• Initiates phone calls with insurance companies to acquire authorizations.
• Maintains professional and appropriate communication and behavior with patients, co-workers, physicians, and vendors.
• Maintains HIPAA confidentiality at all times.

Preferred Qualifications :

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• One (1) to three (3) years’ experience as a scheduler in a medical office preferred

About Steward Health Care

Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness.

One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.

As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients.

Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

Last updated : 2024-04-25