Financial Counselor - Healthcare jobs in Akron, OH
Financial Counselor - Healthcare develops and facilitates payment plans for patients to finance medical expenses by coordinating between insurer, third party payer and patient. Confirms level, terms of coverage, and benefit limits with health insurance providers. Being a Financial Counselor - Healthcare advises patients of any alternative sources of funding or assistance available from social service agencies. Prepares and files any documentation needed to complete payment arrangements. Additionally, Financial Counselor - Healthcare may arrange for referrals or second opinions. Has general knowledge of insurance terms and practices. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Financial Counselor - Healthcare works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Financial Counselor - Healthcare typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Financial Counselor - Healthcare jobs
Patient Financial Counselor
- Summa Health
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Barberton, OH
FULL_TIME
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FULL-TIME DAYS, CENTRAL REGISTRATION
Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.
Summary:$19.35/hr - $23.22/hr
Coordinates and monitors the flow of revenue generated. Utilizes system tools extensively to ensure accurate and timely patient financial information is in place. Interacts with patients, physicians, insurance companies, and other members of the hospitals staff for scheduling, pre-registration and billing. Collects and verifies demographic information, insurance coverage and referring physician data for the service line. Provides financial counseling and related support regarding the respective service line services to patients, departments, physicians and payers. Works with insurance companies to insure proper and timely payments for all related service line services and acts as advocate to the patient when billing problems occur.
Minimum Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associates degree in business or closely related field preferred. (Two years' additional closely related experience can substitute for degree requirement)
Minimum Work Experience:
- Two (2) years' experience in medical insurance verification and other hospital finance areas.
- Windows-based PC experience
- Experience in patient advocacy preferred.
Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Ability to pass Medical Terminology test administered by Human Resources with a score of 80%.
- Ability to operate PC, facsimile and other related office equipment.
- Knowledge of verification and authorization requirements for Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance, managed care plans, workers compensation and other third party payers.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Requires the ability to problem solve independently and must be strongly invested in team management.
- Considerable skill in determining priorities, working independently, and making decisions.
- Strong analytical and financial assessment abilities as well as the ability to maintain a close attention to a variety of details required in order to perform duties efficiently.
- Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize in an ever-changing environment without sacrificing quality, delivery or cost efficiency. Must be multitask oriented and able to function in a constantly changing environment.
- Ability to work with others or independently on routine tasks, to follow written and oral instructions, referring special problems or unusual situations to the appropriate supervisor.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and financial records.
- Ability to provide and promote professional, efficient and congenial customer service through all communication and interaction with patients, customers and co-workers.
- Maintains an optimal balance between exceptional customer service delivery and the strategic plans of Summa Health System.
- Population-Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity. Must interact with patients, families and other customers with courtesy, tact and discretion. Ability to interact with individuals from any social, economic and cultural status.
The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.
- 1 Month Ago
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA), Akron/Canton, OH
- NewVista Healthcare
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Akron, OH
FULL_TIME
- Stepping Stone is currently recruiting a CDCA for a position in the Akron/Canton, OH area. ***BONUS OPPORTUNITIES*** ***TUITION REIMBURSEMENT*** ***Student Loan Forgiveness*** **Up to $20/hr with bonu...
- 1 Month Ago
Financial Services - Client Services Associate
- Symphony Financial Services, Inc.
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Fairlawn, OH
FULL_TIME
- We are currently seeking a licensed Associate to join our support staff. Please note, only candidates who currently hold their FINRA Series 6 or FINRA Series 7 will be considered. Candidate must provi...
- 9 Days Ago
Counselor
- BrightView Health
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Kent, OH
FULL_TIME
- Why You’ll Love This Substance Use Counselor Job Would you love to work in an environment where you can build genuine connections with colleagues and patients? Do you recognize the importance of under...
- 5 Days Ago
Counselor
- CHC Addiction Services
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Akron, OH
FULL_TIME
- Are you a Master level, licensed Counselor/Social Worker looking for a new opportunity? CHC Addiction Services is looking for new members to join our team! CHC Addiction Services is a non-profit socia...
- 1 Month Ago
Counselor
- BrightView Health
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Akron, OH
FULL_TIME
- About BrightView Health BrightView was founded to give the people in our communities two things: help and hope. We’re changing addiction treatment by combating the disease of addiction with a comprehe...
- 24 Days Ago
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0 Financial Counselor - Healthcare jobs found in Akron, OH area
Financial Advisor
- Bankers Life
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Hudson, OH
- The ideal candidate will deliver personalized investment solutions to help clients work toward their long-term financial...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Financial Advisor
- Bankers Life
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Twinsburg, OH
- The ideal candidate will deliver personalized investment solutions to help clients work toward their long-term financial...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Financial Advisor
- Bankers Life
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Kent, OH
- Bankers Life® Financial Advisors help clients live more and worry less through personalized financial planning. They are...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Financial Advisor
- Bankers Life
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Canton, OH
- The ideal candidate will deliver personalized investment solutions to help clients work toward their long-term financial...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Financial Advisor
- Prudential Financial
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Akron, OH
- Take your career to the next level at Prudential Advisors! Change your life by helping others change theirs! We have an ...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Financial Advisor
- Prudential Financial
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Wooster, OH
- Prudential Advisors is looking for an experienced financial professional in the Cincinnati- Dayton area that is interest...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Financial Advisor
- Bankers Life
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Uniontown, OH
- Bankers Life® Financial Advisors help clients live more and worry less through personalized financial planning. They are...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Financial Advisor
- Prudential Financial
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Akron, OH
- Prudential Advisors is looking for an experienced financial professional in the Akron area that is interested in working...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Akron, Ohio
Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau, about 30 miles (48 km) south of Cleveland. As of the 2017 Census estimate, the city proper had a total population of 197,846, making it the 119th-largest city in the United States. The Greater Akron area, covering Summit and Portage counties, had an estimated population of 703,505.
The city was founded in 1825 by Simon Perkins and Paul Williams, along the Little Cuyahoga River at the summit of the developing Ohio and...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Financial Counselor - Healthcare jobs
$37,533 to $46,885
Akron, Ohio area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago
were up 1.6% from a year ago
What does a Financial Counselor - Healthcare do?
Financial Counselor - Healthcare in Medford, OR
When you get the chance to familiarize yourself with the healthcare job description of financial counselors, you will learn that they are working professionals that go over insurances and the cost of procedures before admitting patients to the hospital.
December 07, 2019
Financial Counselor - Healthcare in Cedar Rapids, IA
If payments are rendered in cash, financial counselors also work in collecting payments and updating the bill records of patients.
January 10, 2020
Financial Counselor - Healthcare in Vincennes, IN
However, there are instances that financial counselors work at night or even during weekends.
December 03, 2019