Patient Financial Advisor

The University of Kansas Health System is looking for an experienced Patient Financial Advisor to join our team. As the Patient Financial Advisor, you will be responsible for providing financial support to our patients and their families. You will help them understand and take control of their health care costs.The ideal candidate will have a background in health care finance, customer service, and communication. You should be a self-starter, a critical thinker, and have a strong work ethic. You should have a sense of compassion and empathy and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality.In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your expertise to help our patients make informed financial decisions and ultimately improve their overall patient experience. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about helping others and can work in a fast-paced environment. If this sounds like you, please apply today!

Responsibilities:

1. Assist patients and their families in understanding and taking control of their health care costs.
2. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure accurate financial information is provided.
3. Provide financial counseling and guidance to patients and families on a variety of topics including insurance coverage, payment options, and other financial assistance programs.
4. Develop and maintain relationships with various payers and other entities to ensure timely and accurate payment for services.
5. Prepare and submit financial documents and related paperwork to appropriate entities in a timely and accurate manner.
6. Serve as a resource to the healthcare team to ensure accurate and timely processing of patient financial information.
7. Stay current on healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures related to billing and collections.
8. Monitor and analyze patient financial data to identify trends and areas of improvement.
9. Maintain patient confidentiality and abide by all HIPAA regulations.
10. Identify opportunities to improve patient financial experience.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Patient Financial Advisor in Kansas City, KS, USA is $51,000 to $77,000 per year. This range is based on a variety of factors, including experience level, education, and the specific duties of the job.

The University of Kansas Health System, commonly known as KU Med and formerly known as The University of Kansas Hospital, is a nonprofit, academic medical center located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States, with branch hospitals and education centers in Topeka, Kansas, Great Bend, Kansas, and Lawrence, Kansas. It is the region's only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center. In 1998, it became an independent entity that receives no funding from the state of Kansas. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Kansas Medical Center, which comprises the schools of medicine, nursing and allied health. The University of Kansas Health System combines education, research and patient care. Physicians represent more than 200 specialties.