Account Analyst II - PFS Skilled Nursing - Ruffin Road - Day Shift - Full Time

Sharp HealthCare•San Diego, CA

8d•$25 - $34

About The Position

The Account Analyst II is responsible for posting cash receipts, maintaining patient billing records, producing monthly billings to patients and third-party carriers, initiating appropriate collection action, and follow-up of unpaid accounts and other duties as assigned. Follows all departmental safety policies and procedures regarding one's personal protection. Provides organizational and administrative support to management under minimal supervision.

Requirements

1 Year billing and follow-up experience in a medical setting.
Knowledge of all third payors and Government programs.
Typing speed of 50 wpm, or on-line keying speed of 50 wpm, 10 key accurate.
Accounting knowledge preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
General knowledge of office procedures and ability to utilize resources in an organized manner.
Complete understanding of internal policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Good telephone skills.
Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT4 codes, and basic medical terminology.
Ability to discuss personal and financial matters with patients and/or their representative regarding credit and collection policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Responsibilities

Accounts receivable
Execute month-end A/R procedures including post bill. See addendums for specific payor requirements.
Billing
Update and maintain patient demographics and billing record database.
Provide documentation of monthly billing and follow-up actions.
Maintain financial files.
Collections
Commence direct collection on assigned accounts via insurance inquiries or telephone contacts.
Work to resolve all accounts on a timely basis.
Patients are contacted on balances unpaid within 60 days after insurance pays or self pay bills drop.
Insurance companies are contacted on unpaid balances after 60 days.
All uncollected balances are referred to the Manager, Home Health, by the 90th day for discussion on the next procedure for collection.
Department support
Bi weekly and monthly reports.
Maintain accurate production reports according to established guidelines.
Prepare financial reports weekly/ monthly.
Patient billing
Verify Insurance eligibility/ benefits
Generate and maintain all authorization and referrals.
Generates regulatory verification to reverify 0 errors before claims are run.
Telephone support
Represent the department by maintaining a pleasant, professional and customer-service oriented attitude.