Intake Coordinator jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL

Intake Coordinator conducts initial assessments of patients to determine mental health needs and establish care requirements. May assign patients to mental health practitioners based on intake assessments. Being an Intake Coordinator requires a bachelor's degree in a related area. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Intake Coordinator occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Intake Coordinator typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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HME Intake Specialist
  • DCH Health System
  • Tuscaloosa, AL FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    The intake specialist is responsible for obtaining accurate information for each home medical equipment referral/order received based on the payers’ guidelines and specified criteria.  The intake specialist will utilize the information listed in the Medicare Supplier Manual, the Local Coverage of Determination, the Articles and the Program Integrity Manual to determine the appropriate data to be collected and to ensure that all coverage and billing criteria is met.  The intake specialist will determine when an Advance Beneficiary Determination is needed and will discuss all payment criteria with the patient prior to delivery.  Major responsibilities include management of all equipment referrals, obtaining physician orders and certificates of medical necessity, verifying insurance and coverage criteria, gathering medical documentation to demonstrate medical necessity and initiation of an Advance Beneficiary Notice when appropriate. The intake specialist will provide requested additional documentation needed by CMS and work well with the other staff. 

    Responsibilities

     

  • Meets with patients to review HME needs.
  • Reviews and monitors all home medical equipment referrals.
  • Reviews the Local Determinations of Coverage via the CGS Website to insure all items are issued to patients in accordance with the established guidelines.
  • Insures that all medical documentation that is required to establish medical necessity or to meet payer criteria is printed and readily available in the patient’s medical record prior to billing and that the data covers the time period leading up to the request of the medical equipment.
  • Insures that all medical documentation is appropriately signed, dated and authenticated. Initiates the appropriate attestation paperwork if information is not signed and dated according to the Program Integrity Manual.
  • Performs data entry of patient information into the HME software
  • Performs verification of the patient’s health insurance coverage for the requested items
  • Completes the insurance verification form accurately and discusses with patient prior to delivery.
  • Monitors all physician orders insuring that the orders are timely, properly signed and dated as required by the Supplier Manual.
  • Contacts patients at specific intervals to assess usage of supplies and equipment. Offers suggestions as appropriate to patient’s comments and responses.  Properly documents all contact.
  • Responsible for maintaining equipment guarantees/warranties.
  • Updates Manager on inventory count weekly for equipment and supply needs.
  • Verifies insurance, interprets coverage and calculates amount due by patient.
  • Processes claims and generates bills for equipment issued to patients. Insuring that all monies owed are collected.
  • Delivers/picks-up equipment and supplies to patients’ home, at DCH Home Medical Equipment or at the hospital.
  • Provides education regarding the proper use and maintenance of the equipment and uses manufacturers’ service manuals and patient education documentation.
  • Performs functional tests prior to set-up and delivery of the equipment.
  • Provides troubleshooting techniques to patients on equipment.
  • Cleans equipment and insures that maintenance is completed and updated in the HME software system.
  • Responsible for managing equipment repairs back to the manufacturer which involves gathering return authorization and packaging.
  • Responds to patient calls and routes them appropriately, according to degree of urgency.
  • Performs data entry of patient information into the HME software
  • Performs verification of the patient’s health insurance coverage for the requested items
  • Generates and tracks all Certificates of Medical Necessity (CMN) insuring timely signature by the Physician, as required, according to guidelines. 
  • Initiates and completes Advance Beneficiary Notices when appropriate.
  • Updates manager on problems and process improvement in regards to referrals and billing
  • Assists in the coordination of deliveries, insuring that the patient receives the equipment as promised. 
  • Works well with the team on phone calls and walk-ins and patient equipment needs.
  • Rotates in departmental on-call coverage.
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          DCH Standards:

    • Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
    • Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
    • Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
    • Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
    • Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
    • Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
    • Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
    • Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
    • All other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    High School Diploma or GED degree required. CPAP and/or respiratory experience preferred. 20 wpm typing required. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.  Must have BLS Healthcare Provider CPR within first 90 days of employment.  Excellent customer service and organizational skills required.  Needs to be self-directed and able to prioritize.  Able to perform in a fast-paced environment.  Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. 

     

    WORKING CONDITIONS

     

    WORK CONTEXT

    • Physical work conditions (Spend time sitting, spend time standing, Exposed to human body fluids, exposed to chemicals, etc.)
    • Interpersonal relationships (Deals with unpleasant people, manages stress, must be helpful, flexible, and assertive with customers, handles conflict with effective problem-solving, functions as a productive team member, must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Structural job characteristics (Importance of being accurate, work schedules, time pressure, etc.)

     

    PHYSICAL FACTORS

    • Physical Activities: walking, talking, hearing, bending, twisting, stooping, lifting, kneeling, standing, sitting, crouching, or stooping with good balance for extended periods of time, grasping, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls. 

     

    • Requirements:
      • Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

     

    • Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
    • Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
    • Physical presence onsite is essential.

     

    OTHER JOB FACTORS

    • Speed of Closure, Time Sharing, Finger Dexterity, and Speech Clarity.
    • Concern for Others, Cooperation, Dependability, Initiative, Integrity, Self-Control, and Stress Tolerance.
    • Independence, Relationships, and Support.
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MDS Coordinator
  • PREMIER HEALTHCARE CONSULTANTS
  • Northport, AL FULL_TIME
  • Job Code: 8 (LPN) or 6 (RN) Department: MDS Nursing 4004 FLSA: Salaried Exempt Generally Reports to: Director of Nursing The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Training coordinator
  • SMP Automotive Systems Alabama Inc
  • Cottondale, AL FULL_TIME
  • MUST BE BILINGUAL* (ENGLISH and Spanish) Nigh shift Only * Motherson is a multinational, people-focused enterprise serving a diversified industry range with a broad range of products and services and ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Mds coordinator
  • Forest Manor Health and Rehab
  • Northport, AL FULL_TIME
  • Now Hiring Full-time MDS Coordinator! Generous paid time off (PTO) package take off when YOU want Paid holidays FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team! Responsibilities of MDS Coordi...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Sales Coordinator
  • Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown
  • Tuscaloosa, AL FULL_TIME
  • Great benefits including: Employer Matching 401K Retirement Plan Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance FREE life insurance Vacation Pay Holiday Pay Management training Aperture Hotels is...
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Maintenance coordinator
  • Parker Towing Company
  • Northport, AL FULL_TIME
  • Maritime Maintenance Coordinator Parker Towing Company, a leading provider of inland maritime transportation services, is seeking a Maritime Maintenance Coordinator to join our dynamic maintenance tea...
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Administrative Assistant - 3233
  • Indian Rivers Mental Health Center
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Administrative Assistant $250.00 sign-on bonus Crisis Center Full-Time; 12-hours shifts; (7p-7a) * Tuscaloosa, AL - * --...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Manager
  • Amedisys, Inc.
  • Northport, AL
  • Overview: Full Time Schedule Are you a highly skilled and compassionate registered nurse (RN) looking for a rewarding ca...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Manager
  • Amedisys Inc.
  • Northport, AL
  • Overview Full Time Schedule Are you a highly skilled and compassionate registered nurse (RN) looking for a rewarding car...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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ED PCA/Escort
  • DCH
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Overview Provides compassionate personal care and support services under the supervision of a registered nurse that assi...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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ED PCA/Escort
  • DCH Health Care Authority
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Provides compassionate personal care and support services under the supervision of a registered nurse that assists the p...
  • 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tuscaloosa (/tʌskəˈluːsə/ TUS-kə-LOO-sə) is a city in and the seat of Tuscaloosa County in west central Alabama (in the southeastern United States). Located on the Black Warrior River at the Atlantic Seaboard fall line of the Piedmont, it is the fifth-largest city in Alabama, with an estimated population of 100,287 in 2017. The city was originally known as Tuskaloosa until the early 20th century. Incorporated as a town on December 13, 1819, it was named after Tuskaloosa, the chief of a band of Muskogean-speaking people. They battled and were defeated by forces of Spanish explorer Hernando de S...
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Income Estimation for Intake Coordinator jobs
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Tuscaloosa, Alabama area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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