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Patient Financial Counselor

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US
Full-time

Join our team which is committed to the delivery of the highest quality healthcare service. We are seeking a Patient Financial Counselor who is self-motivated, energetic, and a take-charge individual.

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.

Responsibilities :

  • Assist clients with applying and understanding the Sliding Fee Program, BadgerCare Plus, or related programs in the client's language or with interpretation services.
  • Work closely with outside agencies / organizations to assist and advocate for clients with difficult or complex issues relating to BadgerCare Plus, ACA, or the Sliding Fee Program.
  • Internal and external outreach activities regarding the availability of the Sliding Fee Program, BadgerCare Plus, Affordable Care Act, and related programs.
  • Responsible for preparing and maintaining detailed accurate documentation required for eligibility, consistent case coordination, follow-up, and review of cases with Sliding Fee Scale, BadgerCare Plus, or related programs in the organization's Practice Management software.
  • Responsible for attending and retaining information related to educational and training opportunities for the Sliding Fee Program, BadgerCare Plus, and additional programs as required.
  • Answer all inquiries (phone, electronic, in-person) relating to patient billing questions, patient / insurance-related questions, Sliding Fee Program, BadgerCare Plus, Affordable Care Act, and any other internal or external payment options / programs.
  • Receive and respond to all collection agency vendors, attorneys, or others concerning patient accounts.
  • Work with a collection agency to refer patient accounts and report payments.
  • Document all interactions in the EHR, concisely, and accurately to facilitate a comprehensive and accurate account history.
  • Accept payments, set up payment plans, and, where applicable, complete daily site deposits and maintenance of site change funds.
  • Work closely with other departments within the Revenue Cycle to answer patient concerns and questions fully and accurately.
  • Display empathy and understanding when interacting with patients, maintaining composure in difficult situations.
  • Provide Medicaid / Badger Care enrollment assistance.
  • Process and apply the Sliding Fee scale application.

Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Superior oral and written communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of computers and office applications software.
  • Ability to relate well to people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Strong understanding of insurance preferred.

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