Manager, Access Services

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The Patient Access Manager is responsible for all managerial functions related to Patient Access Services, including, but not limited to Inpatient, Emergency Department, Outpatient Registration, Bed Planning, Concierge Program, and Insurance Verification and Point of Service Cash Collection of their assigned area/hospital(s) at Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH). Works closely with department supervisors and coordinators to ensure there are appropriate staffing levels at all times. Creates a positive five C's work atmosphere and fosters teamwork and cooperation by serving as a role model. Oversees the daily operations by ensuring workflows meet the organizational and Revenue Cycle Operational needs and proactively secures reimbursement and ensures quality customer service. Facilitates integrations with physician offices, and other hospital departments to support performance improvement and ensure accurate and timely reimbursement. Assists with training, coordination and implementation of new and/or updated departmental processes to ensure positive patient outcomes and maximum reimbursement. Must adhere to HMH Quality Standards to maintain a positive patient experience at all times. Responsible for facilitating integration with Physicians, Hospital Departments and Physician offices as it relates to the overall success of the Verification and Point of Service (POS) Collection process. Oversees Denial Management process to ensure a proactive approach to decrease overall Access related denials. Maintaining and enhancing the revenue generated for services provided, denial and bad debt prevention through the use of EPIC productivity and quality tools. Responsible for the day to day operation of the Inpatient Registration for the Johnson Rehabilitation facility and the Patient Financial Clearance for Shore Rehabilitation Institute.