SUPERVISOR, FINANCIAL CLEARANCE

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Shift:  Monday - Friday, days

Department: Financial Clearance - Clinics

Salary Range: $52,666 - $83,179/year - final salary based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a results-driven Supervisor of Financial Clearance who thrives in a collaborative environment. In this role in you will collaborate with MU Health Care staff and providers to ensure upfront financial clearance of elective procedures, embracing a proactive approach to verify insurance coverage and obtain necessary authorizations. We seek someone with sharp analytical skills, a knack for problem-solving, and

who can navigate the intricacies of third-party and government payer billing while meeting department performance standards. Your commitment to upholding billing guidelines and optimizing revenue cycle performance will be key. As a leader, you'll inspire your team to meet and exceed goals, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare finance while making a tangible impact on patient care.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE  
MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals — including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital — and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.
As an MU Health Care employee, you’ll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one 
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays 
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) 
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here . 

JOB DUTIES
Responsible for providing upfront financial clearance of elective procedures/services to ensure insurance coverage is verified, required prior authorization/pre-certification is obtained and procedure/service encounters are financially cleared before service.

Responsible for adhering to third-party and government payer billing and reimbursement guidelines as well as department performance standards and policies and procedures.

Collaborates with other revenue cycle departments to ensure optimal revenue cycle performance including reduction in denials and write-offs, and improved collections.

Works closely with providers, office staff, and various departments to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant billing and reimbursement and to escalate financial clearance issues as soon as possible.

Responsible for leading the financial clearance team in monitoring daily workflow and adherence to specific goals and performance standards.

Develop, coordinate, and maintain daily staffing schedules to ensure the appropriate level of unit coverage and continuity of care.

Monitor time and attendance in alignment with MU Health Care policies and practices, ensuring accuracy of records and timely submittal/approval for payroll purposes.

May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
Effective negotiator.
Ability to evaluate and investigate issues to determine effective resolution to avoid negative financial impact.

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of individuals including physicians and payer representatives.
Experience with Cerner EMR and upfront registration systems.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, a clinical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
Four (4) years of experience in a healthcare revenue cycle operations setting or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Medical coder certification.
Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.