Account Specialist

Weill Cornell Medical College • New York, NY

6d • $34 - $37

About The Position

Under supervision, the Account Specialist carries out senior-level functions related to billing, collections, and credentialing within the Dermatology org unit. The role is based at the Upper East Side and Midtown locations and works Monday through Friday for 35 hours per week. It is non-exempt.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Approximately four years of medical billing experience.
• Prior experience working with an electronic medical record system.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of third-party reimbursement.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide expert advice on time-of-service collections.
• Use reports to recommend ways to resolve outstanding patient responsibility, identify deviations in payment patterns, and solicit payments from insurance companies and patients.
• Assist current and new employees with systems and equipment and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure clinical staff complete electronic medical record documentation and close encounters within established timeframes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of essential computer systems, software, and policies and procedures related to the role.
• Approve refund and write-off requests as requested and as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED