What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Financial Advocate position at Gunnison Valley Health?
Job Summary:
This role is responsible for informing and counseling patients about their financial liability for healthcare services. The ideal candidate will screen patients for eligibility in state insurance programs and assist with the preparation of billing self-pay claims. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Determine patient financial obligation for services
- Screen patients for eligibility in state insurance programs
- Collect payments from patients before services are received
- Establish medical financing arrangements for patients facing large financial obligations
- Process monthly reports to management regarding accounts to forward to third-party receivables vendors
- Audit self-pay bills for charges, duplications, and overlapped accounts before billing
