FINANCIAL COUNSELOR I

Please see job description for details.

• Time Type :

Full time

• Department :

CC017110 Admissions

• Summary :

M-F 8a-5p Admissions

Performs Medicaid Application Process, Financial Assistance Process, price estimation, and other assistance programs. Serves as Support Staff for un-insured and under-insured patient population by connecting to resources and establishing a clear path to revenue recovery.

• Additional Information :
• Required Education :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Recommended Education :

Associate Degree

• Required Work Experience :

Related Field - 1 year of experience

• Recommended Work Experience :

Administrative Support - Direct_Epic experience

• Required Certifications :
• Recommended Certifications :

Certified Application Counselor (CAC) - Insurance Marketplace

• Description

1. Performs efficient interviews to ensure accurate demographic capture and insurance verification for newborns and OB transports.

2. Works as an assister for the federally facilitated insurance marketplace.

3. Collects deductible, co-pay and all other applicable forms of payment, including ongoing payment plans.

4. Conducts efficient follow-up to include : Work queue management, email, CRM, In-basket, reports and insurance / COBRA coordination and documentation.

5. Performs Medicaid intake, SSI, FAP and CHC Application process, including RX, renal and any other available external resources. Conducts follow-ups on assigned accounts.

6. Maintains compliance with No-Surprise-Billing through written and verbal notification of price estimates, including ABN and Self-pay absolute protocol.

7. Collaborates with clinical and state resources to ensure timely enrollment with Medicaid primary care physicians. This includes initial, retro and change requests.

8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Arkansas Childrens (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Childrens is driven by four core valuessafety, teamwork, compassion and excellencewhich inform every action.

Arkansas Childrens Hospital has received Magnet Status (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us / magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us / awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Childrens has met the unique needs of children. But were more than just a hospital treating sick kidsour services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Childrens Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the states only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Childrens Northwest (https : / / www.archildrens.org / locations / arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

Arkansas Childrens is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at childrens, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better._ Michael Business Operations Manager

Arkansas Childrens Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children. Linda Information Systems Analyst

We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children. Angela Parking and Fleet Coordinator

Care, love, and hope for children! Kathy Administrative Assistant

When I think of my time here at Arkansas Childrens Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life! Nick Supply Assistant

Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.