Financial Advocate
Job Summary
Provides financial advocacy counseling to patients/families including topics of insurance coverage, treatment coverage, prompt pay and financial hardship discounts to patients and family members.
Responsible for screening self-pay patients and evaluating them to determine eligibility in various governmental and non-governmental programs to ensure patients are assisted in meeting their financial obligations.
Discusses agreeable payment plans with qualified patients. Identifies all sources of potential payers including Commercial Insurance, Private Insurance, etc. Completes the Financial Assistance Application form and assists patients in the process of applying for any benefits for which they may be eligible.
Determines patient eligibility for assistance programs through interviews and screening processes. Completes an insurance benefit investigation for all new/transferring patients as appropriate. Completes prior authorization as necessary.
Works with patients to ensure continued eligibility and ensure re-certifications. Contacts appropriate agencies to obtain information and paperwork necessary to process patient's assistance applications. These resources can include state caseworkers, banks, employers, Social Security Administration, medical facilities, and insurance companies.
Aids in completing FMLA and Disability paperwork requirements. Assists patients to navigate the Medicare System to ensure benefit start dates are accurate, correct insurance is primary, ESRD benefits, etc. Ensures avenues of reimbursement or assistance are pursued for uninsured and underinsured patients.
Refers patients to other agencies for assistance when needed and discusses the financial statement process relating to payment options and hospital assistance, including grants. Follows up in obtaining missing insurance information, patient demographics, etc., on patient accounts for the proper handling in the billing office.
Completes annual review of insurance pamphlet and coverage options as mandated by Conditions for Coverage. Communicates with supervisor and various departments such as Nursing, Physicians, Case Management, Social Work, Patient Access, Patient Relations, Quality Resource Management and Social Services to address patient concerns.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, case management, public relations or related field required.
- In lieu of degree, consideration may be given to six years equivalent work experience.
- Previous experience in healthcare services or health insurance would be beneficial, but not required.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
Facility & Contact Information
Facility: Central Patient Building
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57117, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $19.25 - $30.50
Company Information
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Employer Information
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Application Information
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Talent Acquisition at talent@sanfordhealth.org or call 1-877-673-0854.