Financial Advocate

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Base: $22.90 - $34.35 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Calculates patient financial responsibility estimates
Explains deductibles coinsurance and copayments
Coordinates medicaid and charity care applications
The role involves calculating personalized financial responsibility estimates for patients based on their specific insurance coverage prior to service

Job Summary

  • The role involves calculating personalized financial responsibility estimates for patients based on their specific insurance coverage prior to service.
  • Candidates must interview uninsured patients to assess financial needs and coordinate applications for Medicaid or hospital-sponsored charity care programs.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including health and welfare plans, retirement matching, and educational assistance.

Matching Summary

The role involves calculating personalized financial responsibility estimates for patients based on their specific insurance coverage prior to service.

Salary

Base: $22.90 - $34.35 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental/Vision, Retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Calculates patient financial responsibility estimates
  • Explains deductibles coinsurance and copayments
  • Coordinates Medicaid and charity care applications
  • Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulations
  • Understands insurance denials and appeals processes

Nice-to-have

  • Solid medical coding knowledge
  • Experience with virtual patient interactions
  • Ability to articulate EMTALA regulations
  • Proactive communication for process improvement
  • Collaboration with state social workers

Key Requirements

  • High School Graduate or GED/HSED required
  • 2 years experience in Patient Access or healthcare
  • Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid eligibility requirements

Work Rights

Not specified

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