Durable Medical Equipment Coordinator

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for providing accurate and complete data for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) precertification and preauthorization requests, and to provide excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather necessary paperwork to facilitate billing while following necessary compliance and regulatory processes
• Education of MA's and ATC's in the proper policies and procedures
• Education of MA's and ATC's in the proper measuring and fitting of braces
• Responsible for proper on-site patient fitting and patient education of all durable medical equipment at the Inverness location
• Assist staff and physicians in problem solving in regards to type of brace and fitting that best suits the patient and their situation
• Assist patient with direction to resolve billing problems
• Coordinates with prior authorization specialist to inform patient's about DME benefits

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located at the Steadman Hawkins Inverness UCHealth clinic.

Why Join Us:

CU Medicine Orthopedics has an expert team of Orthopedic providers that consists of fellowship-trained surgeons and specialists who provide the highest quality, comprehensive care for your orthopedic needs. Using cutting-edge technology and minimally invasive techniques, we offer access to the most advanced procedures to get you back to your life as quickly as possible. From foot and ankle issues to total replacements along with spine and sports medicine injuries, we provide full-service orthopedic care. We also have providers who specialize in pediatric orthopedics to treat younger patients with customized care.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
• 1 year of professional level experience in healthcare administration and insurance pre-authorization.
  
  
  
  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• One to three years of experience in a fast-paced outpatient clinic setting
• Experience with medical service coding
• Experience with medical terminology
• One to three years of experience in prior authorizations particularly in DME or rehabilitation preferred

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in electronic medical record utilization
• Self-motivated and ability to work effectively in an independent environment
• Provide quality customer service by being available for scheduled shifts. Includes arriving promptly and completing shifts as needed to meet demands of daily call levels
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational and task prioritization skills
• Patient advocacy focus
• Empathy

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume

2. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Lyndsay Laxton, LYNDSAY.LAXTON@UCDENVER.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by July 7, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $61,546 - $78,286

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.