Financial Counselor - Healthcare develops and facilitates payment plans for patients to finance medical expenses by coordinating between insurer, third party payer and patient. Confirms level, terms of coverage, and benefit limits with health insurance providers. Being a Financial Counselor - Healthcare advises patients of any alternative sources of funding or assistance available from social service agencies. Prepares and files any documentation needed to complete payment arrangements. Additionally, Financial Counselor - Healthcare may arrange for referrals or second opinions. Has general knowledge of insurance terms and practices. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Financial Counselor - Healthcare works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Financial Counselor - Healthcare typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
As a long-standing community partner with a 114-year history, Saint Marys Health Network offers Northern Nevada inpatient, outpatient, ancillary, and wellness services. Nationally recognized and accredited by the Joint Commission, as well as named one of the Top 100 Hospitals by Fortune/Merative and Americas Best 250 hospitals by Healthgrades, Saint Marys Regional Medical Center is a 380-bed acute care hospital offering a robust line of inpatient, outpatient and ancillary services including a top-rated Center for Cancer, surgical and orthopedic services, and an award-winning Cardiology program and more. The health system, a member of Prime Healthcare, also operates a fully-integrated Medical Group, multiple urgent care clinics, freestanding imaging, lab, and primary care clinics. For more information, visit www.SaintMarysReno.com.
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Financial Counselor determines patient liability based on benefits and advises patient of their liability. Prior to scheduled elective procedures notifies patient of financial responsibility. Make arrangements for payment from patient or guarantor by time of discharge. Assists patient with financial arrangements, and refers qualified patients to government assist programs. The incumbent also serves as financial counseling liaison for the department. Maintains effective communication skills, including verbal, written and telephone. Proficient in mathematical skills. Ability to communicate with school age, adolescent, young adult, middle adult and older adults.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Knowledge of standard insurance companies and verification requirements.2. Well versed in authorization processes for all payers 3. Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines4. Analytical and problem-solving skills5. Customer Services experience required6. High School Graduate or GED Equivalent preferred.