Medical Financial Counselor
APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a Financial Admin
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90017
Position: Financial Admin
Pay Rate: $24.57/hr
Duration: 13 weeks
Shifts available: Day 5×8-Hour (09:30 – 18:00)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Financial Counselor ensures reimbursement to PIH Health from patients or other responsible parties and assists patients in understanding their health care insurance coverage by determining eligibility, benefits, authorization and utilization requirements and patient liability for specific department(s). The Financial Counselor is responsible for up-front collections and securing patients accounts by setting up appropriate financial arrangements with patients to avoid bad debt. The Financial Counselor, when appropriate, notifies patients of programs such as Medi-Cal, VVC, Uncompensated Care, Cobra coverage, Covered California and Hospital Presumptive Eligibility. Financial Counselors will focus on individual performance, Key Performance Indicators and expediting approvals by gathering and completing forms before the patient is discharged. Financial Counselors will continue to enhance their registration and the fundamental financial knowledge and skill set required and expected of this role, which is inclusive of the diverse financial program offered at PIH Health. ED & Urgent LDRP: Interaction with patients will only happen after a medical screening exam has been performed. All patients are seen regardless of their insurance coverage or their ability to pay.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
REQUIRED
- Minimum of two year experience in medical billing, front office and/or hospital registration/admitting
- Minimum of two year experience in insurance verification and/or front office, medical/hospital billing.
- High school graduate required or equivalent, prefer evidence of continuing education in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
- Knowledge of eligibility requirements for Medi-Cal, Hospital Presumptive Eligibility Program, Medicare, Covered California, Cobra, limited benefit plans, VVC and Uncompensated Care Programs. IPA knowledge
- Medical terminology required
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to change
- Strong analytical skills, problem solving. The ability to act and decide accordingly
This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
APR Consulting, Inc., is one of the most trusted talent acquisition and workforce solutions providers in the United States. Known for exceptional responsiveness, agile strategies, and consistently high-level talent, the firm has become a go-to for organizations and managed services providers navigating complex change and urgent challenges. Since its founding in 1980, APR has transformed from a California IT-focused staffing firm to a full-service solutions provider filling a wide range of positions and serving over eight industries — including aerospace and defense, healthcare, IT, telecom, hospitality/gaming, sports/entertainment, government, and utilities –– in all 50 states, with a loyal roster of more than 850 specialized professionals.