What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registration/Financial Counselor position at Surgery Partners Brand?
JOB TITLE: Registration/Financial Counselor
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The purpose of this position is to verify insurance coverage of all patients, register patients and obtain pre-authorizations as required for surgery prior to the date of scheduled procedures. This position will also require review of all financial obligations with patients and/or family member.
JOB DUTIES:
- Verifies insurance coverage as to deductibles, coinsurance and co-pay required for all patients on surgery schedule. Reviews and explains the financial responsibility to the patients.
- Verifies via internet or telephone methods as appropriate to insurance plans.
- Contacts physicians office and/or patient for clarification if needed.
- Provides procedure estimates to patients and registers patients.
- Assists with collections in admitting when patients present for procedures.
QUALIFICATION:
- High School Diploma
- 3-4 years experience working in a medical facility or physician business office
- Prior experience verifying medical insurance benefits
- Fluent in English
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- And more!
Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.