Financial Counselor
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Job Location:
Youngstown, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Schedule: Full Time
Your experience matters
Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Byjoining our team youre embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Mercy Behavioral Health is a joint venture owned and operated by Mercy Health and Lifepoint Health. With two of the most prominent names in healthcare joining forces we are confidently executing the opening of a new hospital with seasoned professionals and plentiful resources. We take pride in being a place employees want to work as well as eagerly pursue quality outcomes for patients and families alike.
How youll contribute
The Financial Counselor provides guidance to patients in all aspects of their financial responsibilities that result from acceptance of the facilitys services. Counselor assesses patients financial ability determines ability to pay advises patients on insurance benefits explains financial liability collects payment negotiates payment arrangement secures financing identifies funding sources and resolves any confusion the patient may have about their financial obligations to the facility. Counselor is responsible for the accurate and timely verification of insurance benefits to include: contacting patients and/or guardians to obtain additional insurance information researching and maintaining an ongoing collective knowledge of HMO PPO Medicaid Medicare and commercial insurance reimbursement rates and criteria evaluating plans to calculate and estimate of the patients out of pocket charges collecting any co-pays co-insurance deductibles etc. and exploring patients financial circumstances to ensure fair and reasonable repayment terms.
AFinancial Counselorwho excels in this role:
- Provides accurate account and billing information to required departments within timelines specified.
- Ensures the effective implementation of collection measures for uncollected co-pays deductibles and coinsurance.
- Serves as additional point of contact regarding benefit determination within departmental timelines.
- Maintains self-pay/ self-pay after insurance work list and ensures accounts are worked daily and documents appropriately within the software system.
- Provides required follow-up on all patient accounts with the goal of collecting any patient co-pays deductibles and coinsurance at the time of services rendered.
- Ensures that all admitted patient accounts have been verified corrected and completed within 24 hours of admission.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Brand New Facility: Opportunity to work in a brand-new state of the art hospital with cutting edge equipment and technology.
What were looking for
Applicants should possess:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience: Previous experience in healthcare collections or a related field or any combination of education training or experience in health care business office setting preferred.
Additional Requirements: May be required to work flexible hours and overtime. Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
EEOC Statement
Mercy Behavioral Health Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Behavioral Health Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Key Skills
- Financial Services
- Financial Models
- Account Management
- General Ledger Accounts
- ERP
- Payroll
- External Auditors
- Customer Relationships
- Credit Card
- Financial Statements
- Business Units
- Annual Budget
- Income
- New Clients
- Financial Management
About Company
Lifepoint Health provides a diversified healthcare delivery network that includes community hospital campuses, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities across the United States.
