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Patient Advocate - Fort Mitchell, United States - OrthoCincy
Description
Job Type Full-timeDescriptionGeneral Summary:
Responsible for financial counseling, monitoring payments and collection of delinquent patient accounts
Essential Job Functions:
Responsible for reviewing all schedules and surgeries to determine out of pocket cost to patient.
Collect deposits of established payment arrangements.
Evaluates patient financial status and establishes budget payment plans.
Monitors private-pay patient accounts for delinquent payments and determines course of action.
Reviews delinquent accounts and contacts patients.
Contacts lawyers involved in third -party litigation.
Educates patient regarding assistance they may be eligible for.
Follow HIPAA guidelines.
Demonstrated passion for excellence with respect to treating and caring for customers.
Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the practice.
RequirementsEducation/Experience:
High school diploma. Minimum two years of college, medical office financial counseling or collections experience.
Other Requirements:
Schedules will change as department needs change
Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:
Knowledge of medical billing/collection practices.
Knowledge of insurance filing and payment posting techniques.
Knowledge of basic medical coding and third-party operating procedures and practices.
Knowledge of collection methods and legal and regulatory government provisions regarding collection of accounts.
Knowledge of electronic health records and practice management systems.
Skills:
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective internal and external working relationships.
Detail oriented.
Excellent adaptability skills.
Excellent communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Basic math skills.
Abilities:
Ability to analyze situations and respond appropriately
Equipment Operated:
Standard office equipment
Work Environment:
Office environment
Mental/Physical Requirements:
Involves sitting approximately 90 percent of the day in front of a compute. Fast paced and high productivity environment.