Patient Accounting Representative

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Responsible for verifying medical carrier coverage and the filing of insurance claims on a timely basis.

Will contribute to Revenue Cycle success by ensuring clean claims and following up on claims regularly.

Will prorate account balances and guarantee that account status/progress is documented thoroughly and accurately.

Must be able to assist patients with any questions concerning their bill or insurance.

Will work with other staff to ensure continuity of daily office operations as needed.

May be asked to fulfill other accounts receivable tasks by the Patient Rep Supervisor or Director. Must verify insurance information and coverage on admissions/registrations.

Filing of all insurance claims within assigned accounts and follow up.

Will guarantee that account status/progress is documented thoroughly and accurately.

Attend required office meetings and In Services.

Assist patients concerning their bills or insurance.

Prorate account balances and change financial classes.

Be knowledgeable of admitting functions. Patient reps will provide coverage for admission clerks.

Keep all required logs current and balanced.

Abide by hospital policies as stated in handbook.

Promotes positive image of the hospital and maintain professional appearance.

Will pick up other tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

At least 1 year of experience preferred

Benefits Offered:

403(b)

403(b) matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Short Term Disability

Cancer, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Wellness Plan

Weekdays 7:30 am- 4:00 pm

Full-time