Financial Counselor Dual Role
Sanford Research
Date: 1 week ago
City: Fargo, ND
Contract type: Full time
For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits
Sanford Health
Sanford Health Financial Counselor Dual Role Fargo, North Dakota
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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
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Health Insurance
We offer multiple health plan options allowing you flexibility to choose what fits best for your family.
Paid Time Off
With our paid time off program we encourage you to take time away to re-charge and re-fresh.
Voluntary Benefits
A large assortment of voluntary benefits allow you to customize your benefit package.
Company Paid Benefits
Eligible employees receive base life insurance and disability at no cost to help with financial needs.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
We provide a generous employer match contribution while you put away money for your retirement.
Employee Perks
Employees get access to a wide selection of discounts/perks both local and nationwide.
Job Details
Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Facility: Sanford Broadway Med Cntr
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $17.75 - $23.00
Department Details
The dual role position involves primarily working as a Financial Counselor and working a secondary position as a Financial Advocate.
We are looking for a team player who has a Bachelor's Degree and is able to think creatively to address patients' finical needs. Experience working in healthcare or with health insurance is a bonus.
The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, no weekends or holidays.
Job Summary
The Financial Counseling Representative provides financial counseling to assist patients in understanding their financial responsibility to Sanford and to offer appropriate resources and options to meet that responsibility. Answers billing questions. Reviews patient's insurance coverage and Explanation of Benefits (EOBs). Provides clarification regarding what charges were incurred and why they were incurred. Reviews insurance denials and provides an explanation for the denial to the patient. Reviews payment plan guidelines and assists in setting up payment arrangements. Determines if patient is eligible for payment assistance programs and assists in the application process, if applicable.
Educates patients regarding insurance concepts, such as what copayments are, what services are covered, effective dates of coverage, when a referral is needed and the effect on insurance, how to obtain a valid referral and resubmit the claim, and how effective dates of coverage influence insurance payments. May assist patient in filling out medical assistance program paperwork, as well as referrals to Medicaid or other insurance aid or disability programs. Frequently advises uninsured patients on outstanding medical costs associated with procedures performed in a clinic setting and establishes a payment plan. Interacts with patients in-person and must be able to empathize with them while also diffusing strong emotions. Calculates and provides cost estimates for medical procedures, including the patient's anticipated share. Advises on and collects prepayments for services not covered by insurance. May perform guest service duties, as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Computer skills sufficient to operate on-line systems and complex software with advanced functionality. Oral and written communication skills sufficient to interpret and apply policies and procedures for clarification and problem resolution. Knowledge of third party payers and basic bookkeeping or accounting principles is required. Requires a thorough understanding of insurance products and the ability to accurately read an EOB to determine what adjustments have been made, what payments have been received, and calculate pending balances.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Post-secondary education preferred.
Two years' experience in healthcare service or health insurance preferred.
Benefits
Sanford Health 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. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
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 [email protected] .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0223754
Job Function: Revenue Cycle
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Current Employees Apply Here
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Sanford Health Financial Counselor Dual Role Fargo, North Dakota
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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Your browser does not support the video tag.
Health Insurance
We offer multiple health plan options allowing you flexibility to choose what fits best for your family.
Paid Time Off
With our paid time off program we encourage you to take time away to re-charge and re-fresh.
Voluntary Benefits
A large assortment of voluntary benefits allow you to customize your benefit package.
Company Paid Benefits
Eligible employees receive base life insurance and disability at no cost to help with financial needs.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
We provide a generous employer match contribution while you put away money for your retirement.
Employee Perks
Employees get access to a wide selection of discounts/perks both local and nationwide.
Job Details
Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Facility: Sanford Broadway Med Cntr
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $17.75 - $23.00
Department Details
The dual role position involves primarily working as a Financial Counselor and working a secondary position as a Financial Advocate.
We are looking for a team player who has a Bachelor's Degree and is able to think creatively to address patients' finical needs. Experience working in healthcare or with health insurance is a bonus.
The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, no weekends or holidays.
Job Summary
The Financial Counseling Representative provides financial counseling to assist patients in understanding their financial responsibility to Sanford and to offer appropriate resources and options to meet that responsibility. Answers billing questions. Reviews patient's insurance coverage and Explanation of Benefits (EOBs). Provides clarification regarding what charges were incurred and why they were incurred. Reviews insurance denials and provides an explanation for the denial to the patient. Reviews payment plan guidelines and assists in setting up payment arrangements. Determines if patient is eligible for payment assistance programs and assists in the application process, if applicable.
Educates patients regarding insurance concepts, such as what copayments are, what services are covered, effective dates of coverage, when a referral is needed and the effect on insurance, how to obtain a valid referral and resubmit the claim, and how effective dates of coverage influence insurance payments. May assist patient in filling out medical assistance program paperwork, as well as referrals to Medicaid or other insurance aid or disability programs. Frequently advises uninsured patients on outstanding medical costs associated with procedures performed in a clinic setting and establishes a payment plan. Interacts with patients in-person and must be able to empathize with them while also diffusing strong emotions. Calculates and provides cost estimates for medical procedures, including the patient's anticipated share. Advises on and collects prepayments for services not covered by insurance. May perform guest service duties, as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Computer skills sufficient to operate on-line systems and complex software with advanced functionality. Oral and written communication skills sufficient to interpret and apply policies and procedures for clarification and problem resolution. Knowledge of third party payers and basic bookkeeping or accounting principles is required. Requires a thorough understanding of insurance products and the ability to accurately read an EOB to determine what adjustments have been made, what payments have been received, and calculate pending balances.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Post-secondary education preferred.
Two years' experience in healthcare service or health insurance preferred.
Benefits
Sanford Health 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. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
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 [email protected] .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0223754
Job Function: Revenue Cycle
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Current Employees Apply Here
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