Patient Financial Coordinator
Alabama Oncology
Summary
This position is located at our Business Office and will be responsible for processes for two clinic locations.
Job description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Under minimal supervision, the Patient Financial Coordinator is responsible for managing accounts in collaboration with the Patient Financial Counselors as required.
- Ensures all insurance, demographics, and patient assistance programs are obtained and entered into the system in an accurate manner.
- Submit claims and payment requests in a timely manner, ensuring all required documentation is accurate, complete, and noted in required systems.
- Follow up on pending assistance applications, claims, and payments.
- Knowledge of patient assistance program requirements.
- Demonstrates an understanding for patient confidentiality to protect the patient and the clinic/corporation.
- Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the practice.
Additional Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to sort and files materials correctly by alphabetic and numeric systems.
- General knowledge of medical terminology.
Requirements
- Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic and numeric systems
- General knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of patient assistance program requirements
Company overview
Alabama Oncology is one of the largest private, community-based providers of cancer care services in Alabama, founded in 1984. The organization operates ten strategically located clinics throughout central Alabama, primarily in Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair counties, ensuring patients receive treatment close to home. As a QOPI® Certified Practice, Alabama Oncology meets defined quality and safety standards in cancer care administration. The practice specializes in comprehensive oncology services including Medical Oncology, Hematology, Gynecologic Oncology, Surgical Oncology, and Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery. With 24 board-certified physicians and a team of certified oncology nurses, the organization provides integrated, evidence-based cancer care and clinical research. Alabama Oncology maintains an extensive clinical research program that coordinates participation in clinical trials instrumental in developing FDA-approved drugs. The practice emphasizes personalized treatment plans in a compassionate environment, focusing exclusively on patient care without the distractions of academic research or teaching responsibilities. Their mission centers on delivering outstanding cancer care in community-based settings while maintaining strong relationships with referring physicians throughout the region.