Patient Financial Advocate

Firstsource; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Firstsource is seeking a Patient Financial Advocate to work onsite at a medical facility in Royal Oak, Michigan. This full-time entry-level position involves screening patients for eligibility assistance programs, providing essential information and maintaining accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and experience in medical-related fields or customer service. This role offers various benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401K plan, with flexible working hours that include weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in medical coding, medical billing, or eligibility assistance preferred.
• Previous customer service experience is advantageous.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for eligibility assistance programs at hospitals.
• Initiate application processes for patients needing assistance.
• Document patient information in designated systems.

Skills

Medical coding

Medical billing

Eligibility assistance

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

FULL Time, Entry Level - GREAT way to get hands on experience! Plenty of opportunities for growth within!

Location: ONSITE at a Medical Facility in Royal Oaks

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00 am -9:30 pm

Due to the nature of this position and healthcare setting, up-to-date immunizations are required.

The Patient Financial Advocate is responsible to screen patients on-site at hospitals for eligibility assistance programs either bedside or in the ER. This includes providing information and reports to client contacts, keeping them current on our progress.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review the hospital census or utilize established referral method to identify self-pay patients consistently throughout the day.
• Screen those patients that are referred to Firstsource for State, County and/or Federal eligibility assistance programs.
• Initiate the application process bedside when possible.
• Identify specific patient needs and assist them with an enrollment application to the appropriate agency for assistance.
• Introduce the patients to Firstsource services and inform them that we will be contacting them on a regular basis about their progress.
• Provide transition, as applicable, for the backend Patient Advocate Specialist to develop a positive relationship with the patient.
• Record all patient information on the designated in-house screening sheet.
• Document the results of the screening in the onsite tracking tool and hospital computer system.
• Identify out-patient/ER accounts from the census or applicable referral method that are designated as self-pay.
• Review system for available information for each outpatient account identified as self-pay.
• Face to face screen patients on site as able. Attempt to reach patient by telephone if unable to screen face to face.
• Document out-patient/ER accounts when accepted in the hospital system and on-site tracking tool.
• Outside field work as required to include Patient home visits to screen for eligibility of State, County, and Federal programs.
• Other duties as assigned or required by client contract.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a positive working relationship with the hospital staff of all levels and departments.
• Report any important occurrences to management as soon as possible (dramatic change in the number or type of referrals, etc.).
• Access information for the Patient Advocate Specialist as needed (discharge dates, balances, itemized statements, medical records, etc.).
• Keep an accurate log of accounts referred each day.
• Meet specified goals and objectives as assigned by management on a regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality of account information at all times.
• Maintain a neat and orderly workstation.
• Adhere to prescribed policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and the Employee Code of Conduct.
• Maintain awareness of and actively participate in the Corporate Compliance Program.

Educational/Vocational/Previous Experience Recommendations:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years' experience of medical coding, medical billing, eligibility (hospital or government) or other pertinent medical experience is preferred.
• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Dress code and other policies may be different at each healthcare facility.
• Working on holidays or odd hours may be required at times.

Benefits include but not limited to: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, Paid Time Off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.