Patient Access Financial Counselor

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locations
Weymouth, MA
time type
Part time
posted on
Posted Yesterday
job requisition id
R-15965
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Requisition Number: R-15965Facility:LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg
Road
Weymouth,
MA 02190
Department Name: SSH Financial Counseling Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day (United States of America)South Shore Hospital, Southeastern Massachusetts's leading provider of emergency, acute, and outpatient care, is seeking a Financial Counselor to join our Patient Access team. Under the general direction of the Financial Counseling Supervisor, the successful candidate will screen and advocate for patients in the procurement of benefits through state public assistance programs, assisting in maintaining the financial integrity of South Shore Hospital. This position is 100% onsite at our Weymouth, MA location. Responsibilities Contact all self-pay/uninsured and under-insured patients in person or via phone/letter to screen for eligibility for Financial Assistance within time frame established Demonstrate working knowledge of all public assistance programs, screen patients for eligibility for these programs, and initiate applications
Complete and pass the Mass Health Certified Application Counselor course to become certified, and complete the yearly renewal process Interpret commercial and federal insurance plan coverage for patient and familiesAct as a liaison between patients, Case Management, Patient Accounts Department, and PrecertificationDetermination and collection of medical co-pays at time of serviceProcure and explain estimated pricing for outpatient hospital servicesPromote and support SSHOSP self-payment and payment processesSkills & AbilitiesExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong customer service skillsAbility to handle sensitive information confidentiallyAbility to prioritize work appropriately and to manage multiple tasks in a timely mannerMS office suiteQualificationsHS diploma (Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred)1+ years of patient registration or healthcare insurance claim/coverage experiencePer diem - Monday - Friday, 8:30a - 5:00p Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification
Requirements: Certified Application Counselor - Massachusetts Health Connector
About UsSouth Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in Southeastern Massachusetts. South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work “As One” toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.
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