Benefits & Billing Counselor - Bonus Eligible

South Sound Behavioral Hospital; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site cafeteria

Parking

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition

Job summary

South Sound Behavioral Hospital in Lacey, WA seeks a Financial Counselor to verify benefits and eligibility on admission inquiries and to prepare admission folders. The role includes collecting co-pays and deductibles, assisting with payment plans, and coordinating with utilization review and discharge planning to reduce non-payment risk.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in admissions and collections, knowledge of managed care, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience with verification of benefits and eligibility is required.
• Ability to interpret insurance coverage plans and payment plans.
• Proficiency with computer software (Excel) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify benefits and eligibility on admission inquiries.
• Prepare admission folders and collect co-pays/deductibles.
• Assist in establishing timely payment plans with patients.
• Coordinate with utilization review and discharge planning to limit non-payment risk.
• Provide ongoing patient benefit information and assist with discharge procedures.
• Coordinate financial arrangements with collection personnel.

Skills

Excel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

South Sound Behavioral Hospital in Lacey, WA seeks a Financial Counselor to verify benefits and eligibility on admission inquiries and to prepare admission folders. The role includes collecting co-pays and deductibles, assisting with payment plans, and coordinating with utilization review and discharge planning to reduce non-payment risk.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in admissions and collections, knowledge of managed care, and proficiency with Excel.