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Form of workResponsibilities:
Explain financial responsibilities for services received, payment options and collection procedures to patients or parties responsible for payment.
Counsel patients regarding insurance benefits and recommend alternative sources of payment and financial assistance when appropriate.
Contact insurance carriers or other sources and act as an advocate for the patient.
Initiate process for collecting prepays due and perform follow up activity to insure maximum collection is achieved.
Identify hospital, public and private financial assistance programs for patients unable to meet their financial obligations.
Work with Case Management, Clinical Staff, Medicaid Vendor, and Family Independence Agency to assist patients and families in completing assistance program applications and determine eligibility and coverage.
Notify manager, physician and servicing department of possible delay of service for any elective, urgent admissions, procedures and scheduled diagnostic testing which have not been approved prior to the date of service.
Maintain accurate documentation of pre-processing information.
Provide assistance to uninsured patients and families in completing and filing Medicaid or assistance program applications with the appropriate agency.
Perform all other duties and projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma is required
At least one year of call center experience
Attention to detail
Strong customer service experience
Ability to multi-task and navigate between multiple systems simultaneously
Ability to handle a large volume of incoming calls
Desired Qualifications:
Previous experience as a financial counselor with background in medical terminology preferred
Understanding of State and Federal assistance
Physical Requirements:
See, read, and/or operate computers, telephones, office equipment, documents, labels, including manipulating paper requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.
Remain sitting, standing, or walking for long periods of time to perform work on a computer, telephone, or other equipment.
Frequent interactions with associates, patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require associate to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information banding patients, etc.
Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items (over 5 lbs.).
For this US-based position, the base pay range is $15.00 - $20.95 per hour . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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Working in an evolving healthcare setting, we use our shared expertise to deliver innovative solutions. Our fast-growing team has opportunities to learn and grow through rewarding interactions, collaboration and the freedom to explore professional interests.
Our associates are given valuable opportunities to contribute, to innovate and create meaningful work that makes an impact in the communities we serve around the world. We also offer a culture of excellence that drives customer success and improves patient care. We believe in giving back to the community and offer a competitive benefits package including:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & RX Coverage
- Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time & Holidays
- 401K with Company Match
- Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Parental Leave
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R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry's most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation and workflow orchestration.
Headquartered near Salt Lake City, Utah, R1 employs over 29,000 people globally and is traded on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the symbol "RCM."
