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Kaleida Health

Financial Clearance Rep

Olean, NY · On-site

Financial Clearance Rep Location: Olean General Hospital Location of Job : US:NY:Olean Work Type : Full-Time Shift 1 Under the direction of the assigned supervisor or manager of Revenue Cycle ...

Kaleida Health

Financial Clearance Rep

Olean, NY · On-site

Financial Clearance Rep Location: Olean General Hospital Location of Job : US:NY:Olean Work Type : Full-Time Shift 1 Under the direction of the assigned supervisor or manager of Revenue Cycle ...

McLaren

Financial Clearance Representative

Shelby, MI · On-site

Responsible for ensuring accounts are financially cleared prior to the date of service. Interview patients when scheduled for an elective, urgent, inpatient or outpatient procedure. Essential ...

McLaren

Financial Clearance Representative

Shelby, MI · On-site

Responsible for ensuring accounts are financially cleared prior to the date of service. Interview patients when scheduled for an elective, urgent, inpatient or outpatient procedure. Essential ...

McLaren

Financial Clearance Representative

Shelby, MI · On-site

Responsible for ensuring accounts are financially cleared prior to the date of service. Interview patients when scheduled for an elective, urgent, inpatient or outpatient procedure. Essential ...

McLaren

Financial Clearance Representative

Shelby, MI · On-site

Responsible for ensuring accounts are financially cleared prior to the date of service. Interview patients when scheduled for an elective, urgent, inpatient or outpatient procedure. Essential ...

McLaren

Financial Clearance Representative

Shelby, MI · On-site

Responsible for ensuring accounts are financially cleared prior to the date of service. Interview patients when scheduled for an elective, urgent, inpatient or outpatient procedure. Essential ...

McLaren

Financial Clearance Representative

Shelby, MI · On-site

Responsible for ensuring accounts are financially cleared prior to the date of service. Interview patients when scheduled for an elective, urgent, inpatient or outpatient procedure. Essential ...

McLaren

Financial Clearance Representative

Shelby, MI · On-site

Responsible for ensuring accounts are financially cleared prior to the date of service. Interview patients when scheduled for an elective, urgent, inpatient or outpatient procedure. Essential ...

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How much do financial clearance representative jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for financial clearance representative in the United States is $71,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $92,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Financial Clearance Representatives face when verifying patient insurance and benefits?

Financial Clearance Representatives often encounter challenges such as navigating complex insurance policies, resolving discrepancies in patient information, and communicating effectively with both patients and insurance providers. These challenges require attention to detail, persistence, and strong interpersonal skills. Staying updated on frequent policy changes and using hospital information systems efficiently are also key to ensuring timely and accurate financial clearance for patients.

What is the difference between Financial Clearance Representative vs Insurance Verification Specialist?

AspectFinancial Clearance RepresentativeInsurance Verification Specialist
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require certification in healthcare billingHigh school diploma; often requires knowledge of insurance policies
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, insurance companies, healthcare providers
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers managing patient financial processesInsurance companies and healthcare providers verifying coverage
Common Search & ComparisonFinancial Clearance RepresentativeInsurance Verification Specialist

The Financial Clearance Representative primarily handles patient financial screening, ensuring insurance coverage and collecting payments before services. The Insurance Verification Specialist focuses on confirming insurance details and coverage specifics. While both roles require knowledge of insurance policies and work within healthcare settings, the Financial Clearance Representative emphasizes financial pre-authorization and billing, whereas the Insurance Verification Specialist concentrates on verifying insurance information. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right role based on their skills and career goals.

What are Financial Clearance Representatives?

Financial Clearance Representatives are professionals who work in healthcare settings to ensure that patients have the necessary financial arrangements in place before receiving medical services. Their responsibilities include verifying insurance coverage, obtaining pre-authorizations, estimating patient costs, and discussing payment options. They serve as a crucial link between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies to prevent billing issues and ensure smooth financial processes. By securing financial clearance, they help both patients and healthcare organizations avoid unexpected expenses and delays in care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Financial Clearance Representative, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Financial Clearance Representative, you need strong knowledge of insurance verification, medical billing, and patient financial services, often supported by experience in healthcare administration or a related field. Familiarity with hospital information systems, insurance portals, and billing software like Epic or Cerner is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills help in effectively assisting patients and resolving coverage issues. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate billing, minimizing claim denials, and providing a positive patient financial experience.
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Infographic showing various Financial Clearance Representative job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,627 per year, or $34.4 per hour.
Financial Clearance Representative 1/Financial Clearance Representative II

Financial Clearance Representative 1/Financial Clearance Representative II

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Buffalo, NY • On-site

$24.39/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Title:
Financial Clearance Representative 1/Financial Clearance Representative II
Job Type:
RegularCompany:
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer CenterDepartment:
Revenue Integrity and Financial ClearanceTime Type:
Full timeWeekly Hours:
40FTE:
1Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary:
Financial Clearance Representative I - Serves as a liaison between the organization and the patient's insurance company to facilitate and expedite financial clearance functions required for patient evaluation and treatment; creates and maintains records related to financial clearance. Serves as the liaison between admissions, authorizations, clinic staff, patient accounting and physician billing. Starting hourly rate is $21.81.
Financial Clearance Representative II - Administers the clinical authorization process and resolves more complex clinical authorization issues; assists with training Financial Clearance Representative I's on the eligibility and benefits; reviews reports to monitor unit efficiency; evaluates problems and appropriately reports or resolves such issues. Starting hourly rate is $24.39
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
Financial Clearance Representative I:
1. High School diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in pre-certifications and follow-up procedures or a related field; or
2. High School diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and successful completion of a Patient Access Representative traineeship at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (Roswell Park).
Financial Clearance Representative II:
1. High School diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in pre-certifications and follow-up procedures or a related field; or
2. High School diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience Financial Clearance and/or Patient Access within the Financial Clearance Department at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.
NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.
Historical Compensation Information Statement
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

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