Financial Counselor, M-F, Day Position Available In Covington, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Financial Counselor position at Andalusia Health in Andalusia, Alabama requires ensuring accurate patient information, explaining processes to patients, verifying insurance, and accepting payments. Minimum education of high school diploma or equivalent is necessary. Critical thinking, judgment, and ability to work independently in a stressful environment are essential skills for this role.
Job Description
Financial Counselor, M-F, Day
Andalusia, Alabama
Facility Andalusia Health
Req
ID 540022
Post Date 04/24/2025 Category Accounting and Finance Description Essential Duties Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy
Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members
Meets with patient or patient’s caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation
Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions
Communicates with admitting physician’s office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement
Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary
Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to Benefits Advisor for follow up
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to patients, insurance companies or attorneys involved in patient accounts
Puts patient first. Always. Strives daily to give all customers excellent care
Other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent Required Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
