The MRI/ABUS coordinator performs various routine and complex clerical tasks and interacts with
patients, clinic personnel in other departments to ensure good internal and public relations. Tasks
include determining patient out-of-pocket cost; obtaining pre-authorizations, screening and scheduling
patients appropriately; educating the patient as appropriate; obtaining, scanning and loading orders,
records and images from outside sources; perform other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities: 

• Demonstrate a thorough knowlege of CPT and ICD10 cods as well as insurance contractual
  language
• Ensure patient accounts and insurance information are set up correctly
• Respond to insurance companies request for information in a timely manner
• Recognize potential credit problems and refer to appropriate personnel for follow up. Assist in
  locating payor services for patients that qualify
• Keep up to date on new insurance regulations and guidelines
• Demonstrate moderate knowledge of medical terminology
• Contact ordering physicians to request orders for recommended procedures. Must be able to
  communicate medical necessity for requested test
• Schedule MRI appointments as ordered
• Identify patients who have had ABUS recommended by radiologists. Discuss with patients the
  reason for exam, benefits, patient costs. Schedule ABUS exams.
• Work with TBC schedule, technologists and outside physicians.facilities in coordinating multiple
  same day appointments.
• Obtain prior authorization for services as well as verify validity of authorizations obtained from outside physicians
• Verify patient eligibility and benefits for recommended services. Communicate with patient
  responsibility for services and arrange payment
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling and/or on the job education in a specific skill
  area; e.g. data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation, etc.
• 12-18 months related experience and/or education

About MANA

Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is an independent physician group that includes family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health and an array of specialists and advanced health services. MANA clinics are independent, physician-owned practices. As a physician-owned practice, our physicians can focus on compassionate, quality, patient care, and retain the quality, personal clinic environment. Physicians make decisions that shape excellent patient care in our practices. By working together, MANA physicians can responsibly manage the costs associated with health care, improve our practice efficiencies, and enhance overall care for patients. Our mission is to improve the quality of life by providing compassionate, comprehensive, quality healthcare.

Benefits We Offer:

At MANA, you will receive more than just pay. We offer various benefits that matter most to you. MANA team members are eligible to receive benefits. Below are some of our various benefit offerings:

Comprehensive Benefits –

      -Medical Insurance

      -Vision Insurance

      -Dental Insurance

      -HSA or FSA options with medical insurance

      -Voluntary Aflac Accident and Critical Illness

      -Employer paid life, long-term & short-term disability benefits

      -401(K) match and profit sharing

      -Up to 21.5 paid days off (PDO, EID and Perfect Attendance benefits) & 6 days paid holidays; during your first year of employment

      -Corporate Discounts: MANA has partnerships with various local and nationwide retailers to provide discounts to you; Dell, ATT, Verizon, UARK Federal Credit Union, and many more!

      - One-On-One Training and Development: At time of hire with MANA, you will go through detailed training to ensure you are equipped with what you need for success in our clinics

Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• Demonstrate a thorough knowlege of CPT and ICD10 cods as well as insurance contractual
  language
• Ensure patient accounts and insurance information are set up correctly
• Respond to insurance companies request for information in a timely manner
• Recognize potential credit problems and refer to appropriate personnel for follow up. Assist in
  locating payor services for patients that qualify
• Keep up to date on new insurance regulations and guidelines
• Demonstrate moderate knowledge of medical terminology
• Contact ordering physicians to request orders for recommended procedures. Must be able to
  communicate medical necessity for requested test
• Schedule MRI appointments as ordered
• Identify patients who have had ABUS recommended by radiologists. Discuss with patients the
  reason for exam, benefits, patient costs. Schedule ABUS exams.
• Work with TBC schedule, technologists and outside physicians.facilities in coordinating multiple
  same day appointments.
• Obtain prior authorization for services as well as verify validity of authorizations obtained from outside physicians
• Verify patient eligibility and benefits for recommended services. Communicate with patient
  responsibility for services and arrange payment
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned

• High school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling and/or on the job education in a specific skill
  area; e.g. data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation, etc.
• 12-18 months related experience and/or education