Prepares estimates for medical services prior to treatment, educates patients and collects payment when appropriate. Carries out all duties while maintaining compliance and confidentiality and promoting the mission and philosophy of the organization. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Financial Counselor Utilizes Medical Present Value's Patient Responsibility Pricer application to prepare estimates for medical services. Obtains appropriate eligibility and benefits information, and together with the contractual allowable data creates estimates. Contacts patients to provide a verbal estimate and attempts pre-collection of the patient responsible amount. Advises patient that the estimate may not reflect all charges as they vary based on services provided. Educates patients on their financial responsibilities. Mails a formal copy of the estimate and a letter to the patient. Documents details in account notes. If patient is present for estimate creation, obtains Patient's signature on estimate and attempt...Financial, Counselor, Payment, Customer Service, Healthcare, Patient, Information