Financial Specialist

EvergreenHealth•Kirkland, WA

9d•$25 - $40

About The Position

Responsible for ensuring all Radiation Oncology charge entry, coding, and reimbursement activities, including. monitoring and obtaining patient financial information and authorizations to ensure account collectability for both the Professional and Technical/Facility services. Routinely reviews local, State and Federal requirements for radiation billing and educates staff to most accurate procedures. Provides on-going communications with staff, payors, patients and family, and the Patient Financial Services department to ensure payments are received for services rendered.

Requirements

2 years of recent customer-oriented experience in a hospital and/or physician practice office with a working knowledge of registration, insurance verification and/or medical billing.
Demonstrate knowledgeable in determining third-party insurance medical benefits and billing requirements.
Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT coding rules and reporting requirements.
Strong knowledge of medical terminology
Must be self-directed and able to prioritize
Evidence of computer skills i.e. computer billing systems

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or combination of education/experience
Experience with Oncology billing and reimbursement methods
Certified Radiation Oncology Coder

Responsibilities

Verifies insurance and obtains required authorizations timely as not to delay patient care.
Provides patient/family counseling and information regarding cost of services, co-pays, covered services and financial responsibility, and assist with referrals to eligible resources for financial assistance.
Serves as a liaison between patient accounting and clinical operations to resolve claim denials and support re-submission.
Accurately reviews charges, coding and supporting documentation before entry into the information system that produces billing. Makes appropriate changes and educates personnel on the appropriate utilization of codes and documentation.
Performs other duties as assigned.