Patient Financial Advocate

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The FT Patient Financial Advocate (Weekends Only) is responsible for screening patients on-site at hospitals for eligibility assistance programs either bedside or in the ER. This includes providing information and reports to client contact(s), keeping them current on our progress.

Schedule: Sunday -Wednesday 9:00AM- 7:30PM

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review the hospital census or utilize established referral method to identify self-pay patients consistently throughout the day.

• Screen those patients that are referred toFirstsourcefor State, County and/or Federal eligibility assistance programs.

• Initiate the application process bedside when possible.

• Identifies specific patient needs and assist them with an enrollment application to the appropriate agency for assistance.

• Have reliable transportation to assist with coverage onsite and at nearby sites when needed.

• Introduces the patients toFirstsourceservices and informs them that we will be contacting them on a regular basis about their progress.

• Provides transition, as applicable, for the backend Patient Advocate Specialist to develop a positive relationship with the patient.

• Records all patient information on the designated in-house screening sheet.

• Document the results of the screening in the onsite tracking tool and hospital computer system.

• Identifies out-patient/ER accounts from the census or applicable referral method that are designated as self-pay.

• Reviews system for available information for each outpatient account identified as self-pay.

• Face to face screen patients on site as able. Attempts to reach patient by telephone if unable to screen face to face.

• Document out-patient/ER accounts when accepted in the hospital system and on-site tracking tool.

• Outside field work as required to include Patient home visits to screen for eligibility of State, County, and Federal programs.

• Other Duties as assigned or required by client contract

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a positive working relationship with the hospital staff of all levels and departments.

• Report any important occurrences to management as soon as possible (dramatic change in the number or type of referrals, etc.)

• Access information for the Patient Advocate Specialist as needed (discharge dates, balances, itemized statements, medical records, etc.).

• Keep an accurate log of accounts referred each day.

• Meet specified goals and objectives as assigned by management on a regular basis.

• Maintain confidentiality of account information at all times.

• Maintain a neat and orderly workstation.

• Adhere to prescribed policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and the Employee Code of Conduct.

• Maintain awareness of and actively participate in the Corporate Compliance Program.

Educational/Vocational/Previous Experience Recommendations:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 1 - 3 years' experience of medical coding, medical billing, eligibility (hospital or government) or other pertinent medical experience is preferred.

• Previous customer service experience preferred.

• Must have basic computer skills.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.

• Dress code and other policies may be different at each healthcare facility.

• Working on holidays or odd hours may be required at times.

Benefits including but not limited to: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, Paid Time Off

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on age (40 & over), race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.