Description
A Hospital in Los Angeles is in the need of a Medical Referral Coordinator. The Medical Referral Coordinator is responsible for managing all patient referrals to specialists, diagnostic testing, and outside healthcare providers. This role ensures timely and accurate coordination of referrals, prior authorizations, and follow-up, while maintaining excellent communication with patients, providers, and insurance companies. The Medical Referral Coordinator plays a key role in supporting continuity of care and enhancing the patient experience.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, review, and process all provider referral requests.

• Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits related to referrals and authorizations.

• Obtain prior authorizations from insurance companies as required.

• May schedule referral appointments directly on behalf of patient, as needed.

• Track and follow up on referrals to...