PATIENT ACCOUNTS SPECIALIST

Position Title: PATIENT ACCOUNTS SPECIALIST

Requisition Number: PATIE002949

Location: Bowling Green, KY 42101, USA

Job Category: Billing

Position Type: Full-Time

description: Job Details
Description

Speak with patients regarding account inquires.Code/note delinquent accounts for expected collection on next date of service.Reconcile accounts to provide patients with detailed explanation of balance due.Add insurance information and file charges on accounts for primary and secondary insurances.Route appropriate information to other departments to make necessary corrections to accounts.Perform insurance/billing clerical duties, including review and verification of patient account information against insurance program specifications.Carry out special projects as assigned by supervisor.May involve extended training of newly hired employees. This will require advanced knowledge of all aspects of the job.As expected with all healthcare positions, must adhere to HIPAA/OSHA/BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN regulations and maintain associated workplace trainings.Other duties as assigned/necessary.
Qualifications

Skills
RequiredTime-ManagementAdvanced

Telephone EtiquetteAdvanced

Teamwork AbilityAdvanced

Reliable TransportationAdvanced

OrganizationalAdvanced

Oral CommunicationAdvanced

Multi-TaskingAdvanced

Medical OfficeAdvanced

InterpersonalAdvanced

DocumentationAdvanced

Customer ServiceAdvanced

ComputerAdvanced

Attention to DetailAdvanced

AnalyticalAdvanced

AccuracyAdvanced

Behaviors
RequiredTeam Player:Works well as a member of a group

Loyal:Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Detail Oriented:Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated:Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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Motivations
RequiredSelf-Starter:Inspired to perform without outside help

Growth Opportunities:Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Ability to Make an Impact:Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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Education
Required
High School or Equivalent or better.

Experience
RequiredMay be required to obtain certification in Medical Billing. Must be familiar and effective with electronic programs including Excel spreadsheets.High focus on customer service

Two (2) years of medical billing or patient accounts experience. Knowledge of bookkeeping and debits / credits.Proficient communication and multi-tasking skills.

Licenses & Certifications

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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