Registrar-ER Triage

Job Title

The Registrar is responsible for obtaining all patient demographic and insurance information; to ensure accurate and timely entering of pertinent patient information into the hospital information system. The position will ensure governmental payer rules are met, verify insurance eligibility, identifying out of pocket cost, and communicate with patient the financial responsibility. Ensures complete and accurate registration, including patient demographic and current insurance information. Verifies insurance benefits utilizing eligibility vendor. Ensures that payer authorizations are obtained. Ensures that Medical Necessity is checked. Informs patients of self-pay deposit and attempts to secure payment. Prepares service estimate. Offers patient all financial options available. Collects and records co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance. Service Excellence including maintain a positive, helpful attitude to patients, providers and co-workers. Any other assigned duties.

High school or equivalent, prefer college or technical training or equivalent of three-five years registration experience. Prefer three to five years registration experience. Insurance experience a plus. Knowledge of computer applications associated with hospital practices to include word processing and spreadsheets. Strong communication and problem solving skills.