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Admissions Coordinator II

Merit Health Medical Group (hub)

Hattiesburg, MS, U.S.
Full-time
Posted Jan 12, 2026
Full Time

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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

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Location

Hattiesburg, MS, U.S.

Employment Type

Full-time

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