Insurance Verifier/Financial Counselor
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Job overview
Prime Healthcare is hiring an Insurance Verifier/Financial Counselor. The primary function of the insurance verification specialist is to contact health plan carriers to obtain eligibility information, ensure accurate data entry into patient accounts, assist patients in understanding coverage and financial responsibilities, coordinate payments according to payer specifications, and provide excellent customer service regarding insurance inquiries.
Key focus areas include Contact health plan carriers to obtain eligibility information, Enter verified eligibility data into patient accounts, and Assist patients in understanding insurance coverage and financial responsibilities.
Important skills include Authorization Processes, Medical Terminology, Insurance Policies, Organization, Time Management, and Oral Communication.
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Full job description
Overview
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Department: Admitting
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Schedule: Full Time Days 7a-3:30p, with weekend coverage as needed
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Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
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Location: Evanston, IL 60201
Responsibilities The primary function of the insurance verification specialist is to contact health plan carriers to obtain eligibility information ensuring that the most accurate up to date information is verified and entered into patient’s account. Assist patients in understanding their insurance coverage and financial responsibilities. Coordinates payment for all scheduled/elective services required according to payer specifications prior to services rendered. Collects payments, discusses payment arrangements as appropriate, creates estimates, advises patents in person and over the phone on their insurance benefits coverages and in some cases assesses and validates physician orders for appropriateness. Provide excellent customer service to patients regarding insurance inquiries. Manage any insurance related queries from internal and external stakeholders. Prepares reports on insurance verification activities and outcomes for management review. Problem solves insurance errors and research insurances requirements. Gathers all relevant information required to process financial assistance requests. Documents all communication and follow up in the EMR. Pursues and participates in education opportunities to remain current with payer changes in the healthcare industry.
Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Minimum two years’ experience in hospital admissions or billing setting preferred.
2. Well versed in authorization processes for all payers
3. Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance policies
4. Excellent organization and time management skills along with excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. Ability to learn quickly, work independently and collaborative within a team environment
6. Ability to maintain good working relationships
7. Demonstrates attention to detail and ability to Multitask.
8. Ability to work in a demanding environment
9. Problem solving skills
10. Proficient computer skills
11. High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires)
Preferred at this location:
- Prior hospital insurance experience
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Pay Transparency Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $16.35 to $23.68. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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