Financial Clearance Coordinator

Baptist Health in Kentucky is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Financial Clearance Coordinator. As a leading healthcare provider in the state, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and their families. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring that all necessary financial requirements are met before a patient's visit, allowing for a seamless and stress-free experience for both patients and staff. We are looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and dedicated to ensuring the financial well-being of our patients. If you have a passion for healthcare and a strong understanding of insurance and billing processes, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

1. Verify Insurance Information: The Financial Clearance Coordinator will be responsible for verifying patients' insurance information and ensuring that all necessary authorizations and referrals are in place prior to their visit.
2. Coordinate with Insurance Providers: This individual will be responsible for communicating with insurance providers to obtain necessary pre-authorizations and ensure that all claims are processed correctly and in a timely manner.
3. Educate Patients: The Financial Clearance Coordinator will be responsible for educating patients on their insurance coverage and any financial obligations they may have prior to their visit.
4. Ensure Accuracy of Patient Financial Information: This role will involve reviewing and updating patient financial information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
5. Collaborate with Healthcare Team: The Financial Clearance Coordinator will work closely with the healthcare team to ensure that all necessary financial requirements are met before a patient's visit, providing a seamless and stress-free experience for patients and staff.
6. Develop and Implement Processes: This individual will be responsible for developing and implementing processes to streamline the financial clearance process and ensure efficiency.
7. Maintain Billing and Coding Knowledge: The Financial Clearance Coordinator will stay up-to-date on billing and coding regulations and requirements to ensure compliance and accuracy in the financial clearance process.
8. Handle Financial Inquiries: This role will involve responding to patient inquiries related to insurance coverage and financial obligations.
9. Maintain Confidentiality: The Financial Clearance Coordinator will handle sensitive financial information and must maintain confidentiality at all times.
10. Ensure Compliance: This individual will be responsible for ensuring that all financial clearance processes and procedures comply with state and federal regulations and hospital policies.
11. Monitor Billing and Collection Process: The Financial Clearance Coordinator will monitor the billing and collection process to ensure timely and accurate payment from insurance providers.
12. Provide Exceptional Customer Service: This role will require providing exceptional customer service to patients, ensuring a positive and stress-free experience.
13. Collaborate with Finance Department: The Financial Clearance Coordinator will work closely with the finance department to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of patient financial information.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Financial Clearance Coordinator in Louisville, KY, USA is $35,000 to $50,000 per year. However, this can vary based on factors such as experience, education, and the specific company or organization the individual is working for.

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