Patient Access Representative (Staten Island, NY)

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team and Keep Moving Forward with Breg!

At Breg, we are dedicated to advancing orthopedic solutions that enhance the lives of patients and support healthcare professionals. As a leader in the orthopedic industry, we provide innovative products, consulting, technology, and services that help people move forward with confidence.

We are currently seeking a Patient Access Representative to join our team in Staten Island, NY . If you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and impact go hand in hand, this is the opportunity for you.

Who You Are

You are a forward-thinking professional who values collaboration, innovation, and making a meaningful difference. You bring expertise in communicating effectively both written and verbally and are eager to contribute to a team that is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

What You’ll Do

As a Patient Access Representative, you will :

• Answers and routes incoming calls using multi-line telephone system. Hospitably greets and routes patients, clients, vendors, and other visitors. Maintains tidiness of reception and other public areas.
• Locates and processes referrals at the time of visit.
• Checks in upon arrival, registers walk-in patients and identifies existing patients; correctly adds / edits demographic information to include email address, guarantor, and insurance coverage and obtains necessary signatures.
• Verifies eligibility and accurately estimates out of pocket expense.
• Collects co-pays and patient account balances.
• For all same day referrals, on-call referrals, and walk-in patients, obtains medical records and supporting documentation required to successfully register, verify insurance, and meet all payor authorization and documentation requirements. Completes these critical steps prior to the patient fitting.
• Processes all referrals received within the identified timeline.
• Schedules follow up appointments as necessary.
• Reviews and acts on all emails, electronic referrals, and correspondence within one business day.
• May participate in the delivery of Ancillary Products.
• Performs pre-scan validation of new claims and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, timely processing, and revenue recognition.
• Administrative tasks may include receives paper claim documentation, scans claims, tends to mail, overnight shipping, fax, copy, scan, file, office supplies, and general correspondence and ensures efficient office operations.
• Knowledge of EMR systems and understanding of where various data points and clinical information is located.
• Follows and upholds all HIPAA standards and guidelines while discussing and accessing patient information.
• Maintains and updates skills by collaborating with peers, participating in assigned Breg Academy training courses, as well as, reviewing and implementing new SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Promotes Breg’s culture of accountability by demonstration and exemplifying Breg’s cultural beliefs.
• Supports all other Health Information Management System (HIMS) department tasks and clinical location requirements as needed to support the Breg Billing Business.
• Maintains a professional appearance and work environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive excellence in patient care and business solutions.

What You Bring

Why Breg?

At Breg, we invest in our people and culture. We offer :

Work Schedules include….

Compensation

Salary Range : $19.50-$26.00 / hr. Actual compensation is determined by factors such as experience, skills, and business needs. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary / pay across all US locations. Actual pay is based on many factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographical location, work experience, skill set, relevant trainings and certifications, and business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus.

Ready to Move Forward?

If you’re ready to be part of a company that is redefining orthopedic care, apply today at www.breg.com / careers.

Breg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to a diverse work force and Drug Free work environment. EOE / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disabled are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Company will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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