Patient Financial Clearance & Estimates Specialist

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is hiring a Patient Estimate Specialist in Kansas City, MO. The role focuses on preparing accurate patient estimates for scheduled services and guiding patients through the Good Faith Estimate process for uninsured, self-pay, and insured patients.

You will collaborate with Scheduling, Patient Access, Financial Counseling, coding, billing, and other Revenue Cycle teams to ensure clear communication of anticipated financial responsibility prior to services.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Three years of experience in healthcare Revenue Cycle, medical billing, coding, or related function.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, CPT/HCPCS coding, and charges.
• Strong verbal and written communication to explain financial information clearly.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely patient estimates for scheduled services.
• Serve as subject matter expert for the Good Faith Estimate (GFE) process.
• Review codes to ensure estimates reflect services to be provided.
• Communicate estimated balances and payment expectations to patients.
• Assist patients in identifying financial assistance or payment options.

Skills

Revenue Cycle

Medical billing

Healthcare terminology

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in healthcare, business or Revenue Cycle

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EMR systems

Revenue Cycle software

Estimating applications

Job description

University Health is hiring a Patient Estimate Specialist in Kansas City, MO. The role focuses on preparing accurate patient estimates for scheduled services and guiding patients through the Good Faith Estimate process for uninsured, self-pay, and insured patients.

You will collaborate with Scheduling, Patient Access, Financial Counseling, coding, billing, and other Revenue Cycle teams to ensure clear communication of anticipated financial responsibility prior to services.