Financial Coordinator

Job Description Job Description Job purpose At Meridian Behavioral Health we're dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for recovery, making us an exceptional workplace for those seeking fulfillment. Our cohesive team shares a deep passion for guiding recovery journeys, with a strong emphasis on unity and support.

We operate like a family, ensuring every member feels valued and supported. Collaboration is key, with each department readily assisting one another to deliver exceptional care. Trust and reliability form the foundation of our work ethic, fostering a sense of security and camaraderie.

We prioritize work-life balance and believe in cultivating a positive, enjoyable atmosphere. Join us at MBH and become part of a remarkable team committed to making a meaningful impact on those we serve. This position is responsible for managing front-end revenue cycle operations at all of the Meridian Behavioral Health residential sites to ensure that services have been authorized and that clients have benefits.

To assist intake and or counseling staff with problem solving accounts which appear complex or have multiple payors in place to ensure clean claim to present to partnering billing/claims provider. Duties and responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

Other duties may be required and assigned. Monitors funding throughout the treatment phase of all assigned clients. Responsible for working with counseling staff, intake staff, and referents to finalize all necessary authorizations.

Auditing client accounts to ensure that client registrations are complete and accurate and all required information per request of payor has been provided and copy available in client record. Auditing client accounts to ensure Client Placement Authorizations, signed by client, assessor, and designated county official authorizing service agreement disbursement and/or authorizations. For commercial or insurance accounts monitoring that authorizations have been obtained for all clinical services.

Confirming the entering authorizations onto client accounts. Checking insurance eligibility for all clients two times per month. Regularly updates the incomplete billing spreadsheet to describe the progress towards resolving these problematic accounts for any reason.

Maintains required spreadsheets to track funding and treatment phases ensuring client is placed and funded in appropriate level of care and per diem rate is reflected correctly on all authorizations for the specific level of Care. Attends staff meetings. Works in a manner that uses time efficiently.

Works with the partnering billing/claims provider to assure timely payment for serves rendered Communicate any concerns with MBH Program Directors. Must adhere to all policies & procedures while performing duties. The Financial Coordinator may not admit, transfer, or discharging clients per facility policies and procedures.

Qualifications Required to Perform Essential Job Functions: High school graduate or GED Two years’ experience providing revenue cycle operations (registrations, billing, or claims management) in a healthcare setting. Must know and understand all rules, regulations, and requirements of the assigned program.

General office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone, photocopier, and fax. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook. Attend, participate, and present as appropriate staff in-service and meetings.

CPR and first aid certified. Experience with Excel. Close visual perception (computer workstation). Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to hear and to communicate effectively (phone use). Valid Driver’s license.