Patient Financial Coordinator - Patient Access

Elevance Health•Plano, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Patient Financial Coordinator – Patient Access is responsible for processing and coordinating financial assistance. This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Paragon Healthcare brings over 20 years in providing life-saving and life-giving infusible and injectable drug therapies through our specialty pharmacies, our infusion centers, and the home setting.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of pharmacy or financial verification experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a medical office setting highly preferred.
Experience with co-pay assistance.
NextGen experience.

Responsibilities

Takes inbound calls, makes outbound calls, and assists in scheduling the patient orders.
Understands a patient's financial need and assists with coordinating and enrolling in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturer and/or foundation assistance programs.
Communicates and collaborates with patients, physicians and payors providing them with the necessary information and supporting financial documents.
Keeps appropriate parties abreast of the patients' financial request.
Documents and communicates the patient's medical record and financial assistance information.
Acts as a liaison between the billing and collection departments to assist in resolving financial assistance matters.
Stays updated with Federal, State, and contractual regulations regarding copay assistance and manufacturer programs.
Associates in this role are expected to have the ability to multi-task, including handling calls, texts, facsimiles, and electronic queues, while simultaneously taking notes and speaking to customers.
Proficient in maintaining focus during extended periods of sitting and handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; strong verbal and written communication skills, both with virtual and in-person interactions; attentive to details, critical thinker, and a problem-solver; demonstrates empathy and persistence to resolve caller issues completely; comfort and proficiency with digital tools and platforms to enhance productivity and minimize manual efforts.
Associates in this role will have a structured work schedule with occasional overtime and flexibility based on business needs, including the ability to work from the office as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.