Financial Counselor

1 week ago


Birmingham, Alabama, United States Guidehouse Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Financial Counselor to join our team at Guidehouse. As a Financial Counselor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial well-being of our patients by estimating patient liability for services rendered and communicating with patients regarding financial responsibility.

Key Responsibilities
  • Determine patient responsibility and eligibility through Insurance, Federal, State, and/or County government benefits.
  • Review accounts for proper plan codes, financial class, and patient type.
  • Contact appropriate agencies to verify assumptions of liability.
  • Negotiate flat rates on accounts where the patient has no linkage to government programs.
  • Collect monies from patients when there is an estimated patient liability due on the account.
  • Monitor Medicare days and co-insurance days on in-house patients.
  • Represent the patient(s) at Medicaid or SSI fair hearings/appeals.
  • Interface with facility Social Services and Case Management Departments regarding inpatient admissions and discharges.
  • Document all payer and patient financial information in the hospital computer system.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required.
  • 1-3 years' experience with medical terminology, data entry, prior admitting, entitlement, business office or physician office experience.
  • PC skills in a Windows environment are required.
  • Working knowledge/experience of Federal, State and County eligibility programs.
  • Must be able to type 35-45 words per minute.
What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

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