Patient Access Representative II - Accredo Corporate Office, 6272 Lee Vista Blvd, Orlando, Florida, FL, USA-FL, 32822, United States of America, US, USAOperationsJob Id:REQ20017626Posted on:September 27, 2018 -POSITION SUMMARY The Patient Access Representative II is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers by obtaining required patient, payer and physician documentation, verifying insurance benefits, completing shipments and documenting all transactions in the system. As necessary, the Patient Access Representative II may also perform quality audits and negotiate pricing. This position requires highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to successfully interact with patients, pharma, physicians and payers to complete the verification process. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -Performs all aspects of electronic claims process and rejection resolution. -Ensures accounts requiring authorizations and re-authorizations are identified, secured, and updated in RX Home prior to each shipment. Notifies as appropriate if authorization cannot be obtained. -Contacts benefit providers to gather policy benefits/limitations to ensure services provided will be reimbursable (e.g., deductible amounts, co-payments, effective date, levels of care, authorization, etc.). -Handles inbound client calls and written correspondence regarding patient eligibility. -Provides inbound phone call support to the prior authorization team giving personal attention to the resolution of customer issues having to do with the status of letter requests or physician review process. -Supports cross-functional departments in resolution of eligibility issues (claims, contact center, account management, service delivery, etc.) -Negotiates pricing for non-contracted payers and authorizes patient services and ensures proper pricing is indicated in RxHome. Works referrals. -Completes other projects and additional duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS -High school diploma or GED required, bachelors degree preferred -2-3 years of relevant working experience to include one year of health care experience with medical insurance knowledge and terminology -Intermediate data entry skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Patient Access knowledge -Extensive knowledge of ESI products and services a must -Experience training and coaching less experienced staff with patience to explain details and processes repeatedly -Excellent phone presentation and communication skills -Demonstrated ability to handle challenging customers in a professional manner, ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment and make decisions with minimal supervision -Advanced problem solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments to resolve issues with innovative solutions LEARN MORE Would you like to learn more about this role? Please -to learn more about the Patient Access Representative in Orlando. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT Through the range of healthcare products and services Accredo offers, team members provide in-depth care for patients with chronic health conditions like hemophilia, oncology, rheumatoid arthritis and growth hormone deficiencies. In addition to the wide range of healthcare products offered to these patients, we provide comprehensive management services, including outcomes measurement, counseling, clinical care management programs, social services and reimbursement services. In these very high-touch roles, employees leave every day knowing they made a positive impact on patient lives. ABOUT EXPRESS SCRIPTS Advance your career with the company that makes it easier for people to choose better health. Express Scripts is a leading healthcare company serving tens of millions of consumers. We are looking for individuals who are passionate, creative and committed to creating systems and service solutions that promote better health outcomes. Join the company that Fortune magazine ranked as one of the "Most Admired Companies" in the pharmacy category. Then, use your intelligence, creativity, integrity and hard work to help us enhance our products and services. We offer a highly competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance and an employee stock purchase plan. Express Scripts is an equal opportunityemployer/disability/veteran