Admissions Coordinator II
Merit Health Medical Group (hub)
Hattiesburg, MS, U.S.
Full-time
Posted Jan 12, 2026
Full Time
Compensation
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About the role
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Responsibilities
- Reviews scheduled procedures and recent admissions to verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorization requirements for all patient visits.
- Collaborates with physician offices, insurance companies, and case management staff to secure prior authorizations and address financial clearance needs.
- Accurately collects and enters patient demographic, financial, and insurance information into the registration system while ensuring compliance with established procedures.
- Provides patients with written estimates of financial liability and addresses questions regarding coverage, costs, and payment options.
- Utilizes the registration scanning system to maintain accurate records and ensures documentation aligns with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Verifies insurance coverage and eligibility, initiating pre-certifications for commercial insurance as required.
- Assists with resolving registration-related issues and escalates complex problems to the manager when necessary.
- Collaborates with Eligibility Screening Services (ESS), Shared Service Center (SSC), and other departments to financially secure patients and improve denial reduction processes.
- Supports the Care Management and Medical Records departments in correcting patient account information as needed.
- Generates and maintains reports from the registration system to track registration accuracy, insurance verification, and denial trends.
- Greets patients, families, and staff with professionalism and respect, fostering a welcoming environment for all visitors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 2-4 years of experience in patient access, registration, or healthcare-related administrative role required
- 2-4 years of experience with insurance verification and authorization required
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- licensure/certification reimbursement
- tuition reimbursement
- student loan assistance
About the Company
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Salary Range
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Location
Hattiesburg, MS, U.S.
Employment Type
Full-time
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