Meets with transplant candidates and/or families to explain insurance coverage, treatment costs, and hospital billing policies. Ensures that adequate insurance benefits or funding arrangements are in place prior to transplant.
Assists transplant candidates in meeting expenses for transplants through fundraising, completion of Medicare/Medicaid/disability applications, indigent funding, and other available resources.
Verifies the accuracy and completeness of relevant financial, insurance, and demographic information for transplant-related outpatient encounters and inpatient transplant admissions to ensure that accounts are secure prior to discharge.
Obtains all necessary information required by payors for approval of different phases of transplantation, including benefit verification, payor authorization, referrals, pre-certification, and case management.
Develops and recommends administrative and fiscal procedures associated with transplantation.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
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Job Requisition ID:
R00046820
Job Category:
Clerical and Customer Service
Organization:
Transplant Business Operations
Location/s:
Jackson Medical Mall
Job Title:
Transplant Financial Counselor - Transplant Marrow
Job Summary:
To coordinate and manage the financial aspect of the transplant program. To maximize financial reimbursement for transplant services rendered. Serves as a resource and financial counselor for transplant candidates and their families.
Education & Experience
Education and Experience Required:
Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) and two (2) years of experience in medical or third-party billing.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:
NA
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proficient knowledge of medical billing bundled billing medical claims processing, insurance verification processes, and multiple insurance plan standards and regulations. Knowledge of coding. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills. Knowledge of government assistance programs. Skill in the use of computers and related software applications. Interpersonal skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Math skills. Ability to explain available financing options.
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