Medical Accounts Receivable Specialist

Company: Integrated Pain Associates
Location: Killeen
Posted on: November 18, 2021

Job Description:

Medical Accounts Receivable SpecialistFull Job DescriptionAccounts Receivable (Medical Billing)Overview of PositionPossess and apply thorough knowledge of collections and the ability to apply that knowledge to all aspects of patient accounts including insurance, billing, and collection processes. They Identify problem accounts and review accounts for discrepancies and potential issues. The AR Specialist will also contact insurance companies to resolve claims not paid in a timely manner, identify coding or billing issues from EOB's and work to correct errors. The AR Specialist is responsible for researching and resolving claim related issues in order to receive maximum profitability for clients. Also reviews the claims to make sure that payer specific billing requirements are met, follows-up on billing, determines and updates accounts as necessaryWhat are the requirements needed for this position?

• Minimum of three years' experience working underpayments/denials, or prior experience as a Healthcare Insurance Collector, Patient Account Representative or related experience
• High School Diploma or GED requiredQualifications and Responsibilities:
  • Acute appeals/denials/collections experience gained in a medical setting
  • Payer relations background
  • Knowledge of commercial collections. VA, Tricare, Medicare and Medicaid collection knowledge a plus
  • Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and analytical experience
  • Ability to analyze EOB denials and determine steps necessary to correct claims
  • Understands medical terminology and medical coding terminology
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Strong attention to detail and goal oriented
  • Maintain strict confidentiality; adhering to all HIPAA guidelines and regulations
  • Proven account management or other relevant experience in credentialing, medical billing and coding industry
  • Audits and resolves accounts with credit balances
  • Audits and resolves accounts with outstanding balances and determines disposition of delinquent accounts
  • Performs necessary rebilling or adjusting on accounts
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and electronic e-mail systems
  • Finalize invoices that do not have any discrepancies
  • Document all conversations and billing transactions in the management system
  • Contact customers or business partners to notify them of overdue payments and documented debts collected.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple clients at a time while paying strict attention to detail
  • In-depth knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes, Medicare and Medicaid billing rules, insurance reimbursement methods, the claims appeal process, understanding of managed care contracts and payments.
  • Other duties as assignedJob Type: Full-timePay: $13.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:
    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insuranceSchedule:
      • 8 hour shift
      • Day shift
      • Monday to FridayExperience:
        • ICD-10: 3 years (Preferred)
        • Healthcare Insurance: 3 years (Preferred)
        • Patient Account Representative: 3 years (Preferred)
        • CPT coding: 3 years (Preferred)Work Location:
          • One locationWork Remotely:
            • NoWork Location: One location

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