Financial Counselor
CurrentInterview patients at the time of entry to advise the patient of optimal funding programs. Determine financial eligibility for all funding programs; government funding, program funding, public funding, and or patient assistance programs in a business office setting. Ensure that all of Parkland’s patients are screened and qualified for assistance. Verify third party payers and commercial insurance. Process Medicaid payments and disburse to appropriate parties. Direct communication with Texas Health and Human Services Commission to activate Medicaid/Medicare coverage for approved patients. Researched Medicaid/Medicare coverage via TMHP (Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership) for Texas Medicaid that’s under contract with Texas Health and Human Services.