Christus Health - - - Responsibilities: Accurately inputs all required data elements for scheduling and registration, including patient demographic, financial information, guarantor information, and relevant notes associated with the encounter; Verifies insurance eligibility and obtains necessary authorizations for services rendered; Calculates and collects the estimated patient portion based on benefits and contract reimbursement as well as prior balances; Performs financial assessment for appropriate program assistance; Communicates the purpose of and obtains patient/legal guardian signatures on all necessary hospital documents