natacha Sanchez

The Patient Financial Access Counselor is responsible and accountable for coordinating the activities of the patient account from the point of initial contact through account resolution. This position will be the point of contact for our patients and will be able to provide services at all points of entry. Works closely with the patients, families, outside departments and third party payers to ensure compliance to individual requirements to expedite the timely collection of the accounts receivable and protect the patient and the Hospital from unnecessary financial loss. Is knowledgeable of various third party benefits and is proficient in understanding the electronic eligibility systems in order to educate patients of their benefits and attempt to collect balances due. Works independently and under varying circumstances to address the specialized needs of our self-pay, underinsured and undocumented resident patient population to identify resources for assistance that will protect the patient and the Hospital from unnecessary financial loss. Responsible to initiate the financial assistance application and navigate the patient through the process until resolution. This position is responsible for the effective outcome on accounts, being proficient and up to date in State and Federal regulations in order to successfully navigate various Social Service agencies (i.e. the Department of Social Services, Social Security, etc.) to expedite prompt resolution from the point of initial contact through final determination. Working in collaboration with the Care Management and Social Work Departments, this position formulates solutions to respond to non-clinical customer requests, resolving issues and obstacles while meeting the changing demands and priorities of the hospital and third party environments. Also responsible to identify trends and offer solutions to improve customer satisfaction and ensure a positive patient experience under sometimes difficult and life changing situations. Is proficient in all areas of In Patient Access including Emergency Department registration