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Responsible for the timely coordination of the referral process including the review/response/coordination of care for patients referred to Amedisys Home Health.

• Serves as the first line of customer service for internal and external customers.

• Receives and documents patient referrals to home health services, ensuring compliance with applicable coverage criteria.

• Reviews referral for appropriate care setting and communicates with care center, BD, and referral source when appropriate.

• Gathers appropriate information to assist the clinical team in scheduling the evaluation visit.

• Communicates pertinent patient information to the care center team via approved processes.

• Coordinates with other departments for insurance verification and payer authorization as needed.

• Professionally communicates and follows up with referral sources regarding required documentation for a complete referral.

• Communicates and follows up with Business Development regarding pending admissions as needed or as directed by Intake Team Lead.

• Meets productivity expectations with quality documentation of complete referrals including all required follow up.

• Coordinates the evaluation/admission process and may assign field staff to conduct initial assessment.

• Complies with policies, procedures and regulatory mandates including but not limited to abiding to the terms of the Amedisys Compliance Program.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2+) years of administrative experience in a healthcare environment.
• Reliable internet service and ability to office from home with minimal disruption to the workday.

• Home health or Hospice intake experience.

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