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Manages all aspects of the prior approval/authorization process – submits required documentation via mailand/or computer as appropriate; monitors and tracks status of requests.  \n9. Triages walk-in or emergency patients in accordance with the clinic’s walk-in/emergency policy and works those who meet emergency criteria into open slots in the daily schedule; schedules future appointments as available for patients whose needs are not urgent or emergent.  \n10. Makes reminder calls to patients with upcoming appointments.  \n11. Reconciles daily payments and prepares deposits.  \n12. Performs photocopying and other clerical duties.  \n13. Manages inventory of non-clinical office supplies; orders and restocks as necessary.  \n14. Opens and distributes mail.  \n15. Ensures that all Dental charges are posted from the back office.  \n16. 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