The Opportunity
Members previously encountered a hybrid experience split between KP.org’s portal and Adobe Experience Manager (AEM). This caused confusion, limited self-service options, and increased call volume to support centers.
We needed to:
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Consolidate billing tools into a centralized mobile experience
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Leverage Epic MyChart tiles to reduce custom development overhead
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Ensure consistency across mobile app and web
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Support accessibility, multiple payment paths, and notification preferences
The Approach
We replaced legacy flows with native access to Epic MyChart billing tiles, enabling members to handle end-to-end billing tasks in one place. These capabilities included bill pay, account summaries, payment plans, and insurance details—all integrated directly into the KP Mobile app.
1. Research & Requirements Gathering
We collaborated with Revenue Management, Product, UX, and Engineering to define core user journeys. Key pain points included:
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“I don’t know what I owe or where to find it.”
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“I can’t manage my payment plan or update my payment method easily.”
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“I get bills but no clear summary of what’s paid vs. pending.”
These informed our mobile requirements and feature set, designed to meet KP’s non-functional needs including ADA compliance, multi-language support, and Epic system alignment.
2. Feature Design & Integration
Each billing tile was designed as a modular experience within the KP app:
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Billing Account Summary: Displays account-level “baseball card” views with key info—balance, recent payments, due dates, and access to deeper details
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Bill Payment: Offers multiple payment paths (pay full, partial, or split by service line), stored payment methods, and payment confirmation
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Payment Plans: Allows members to start, view, and manage auto-payment plans, including selecting date and method
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Customer Service Messaging: Enables secure two-way communication between members and billing support
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Insurance Summary: Provides real-time access to plan details, coverage status, and deductible tracking
All components were adapted for web view and native display, ensuring platform consistency and secure member authentication.
Key Experience Features
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Account Overview
View all balances, payment history, statements, and account details in one place -
Multiple Payment Options
Pay full or partial balances, split by service line, and manage stored payment methods via eWallet integration -
Automated Payment Plans
Create monthly plans with member-selected dates and amounts, plus T&C confirmations -
Insurance Summary
Access deductible, copay, coinsurance, and plan status details by department or coverage type -
Notifications
Receive mobile alerts for payment confirmations, plan setup, and new statements (email & in-app) -
ADA-Compliant PDFs
Secure access to billing statements and communications in downloadable formats that meet accessibility standards
Results & Impact
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Increased self-service usage, reducing call center volume for billing inquiries
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Improved digital payment success rates via streamlined, error-reduced flows
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Established a scalable pattern for Epic MyChart integrations across KP platforms
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Simplified onboarding of future financial services (letters, statements, insurance) under one experience
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Positive early feedback from stakeholders, with enhanced visibility across revenue and member teams
Key Takeaways
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Leveraging Epic MyChart tiles enabled faster delivery and standardization across mobile and web
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Self-service design should emphasize clarity, flexibility, and transparency
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A modular approach allowed for regional configuration, while maintaining a national system foundation
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Building billing trust with members required accurate data, proactive notifications, and accessible design