PURPOSE STATEMENT:

The Business Office Coordinator is responsible for accurate, timely and complete documentation regarding insurance verification, billing and collections. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for auditing the admission packets and for the verification of benefits along with all patient demographic information in the patient accounting system. Financial counseling of patients and/or guarantors and collecting any out of pocket (deductibles, copays, exhausted days, etc). Provide information to the patient and/or guarantors regarding their benefits and financial obligations. Complete financial disclosure paperwork for patients that request assistance including verifying income and expenses. Complete adjustment forms for any charity or administrative adjustments for approval. Complete promissory notes for patients that request payment arrangements. Update daily the upfront collection log, charity log, and admin adjustment log. Review with BOD on a weekly basis. Gather and interpret data from system and understands appropriate course of action to take and initiates time-sensitive and strategic steps resulting in payment.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Three or more years' experience in related field required.  Extensive knowledge and understanding of Commercial Insurance and Medicare/Medicaid required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

Not applicable

BENEFITS:

Ohio Hospital provides a comprehensive package of benefits for our nurses and patient care staff. Current benefits include:

Competitive hourly rates with shift differentials available Medical, dental, and vision insurance Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan Excellent training program Professional growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry - Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities

TRAINING AND ORIENTATION (optional)

Ohio Hospital is committed to training and safety. All new hires will attend a 4-day hospital-wide orientation before spending further on-the-job training once in the position.