Full-Time Healthcare Accountant

Capstone Hospice, LLC•Peachtree Corners, GA

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Capstone Hospice is seeking a full-time healthcare accountant responsible for managing patient billing and account collections. Key duties include reviewing patient information, submitting claims using correct medical codes, following up on unpaid or denied claims, and communicating with patients about their hospice bill. This role is crucial for the financial health of the organization. This is a full-time, salaried exempt position working Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm in the office located in Peachtree Corners. This position will report directly to the Director of Finance. This position will require someone that has core AP/AR skills to include healthcare billing, invoicing, resolving discrepancies, posting payments, managing outstanding balances and collections follow up with patients and payors.

Requirements

Associates degree (Business, Healthcare Administration or Finance)
1-3 years in a healthcare accounting or billing position.
Knowledge of Medicare / Medicaid regulations
Proven experience in revenue cycle management to include accounts payable & receivables.
Advanced excel skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks to include using multiple computer applications at one time.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment providing high quality and productive work.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to work independently and problem solve.
Close work, finger dexterity, adequate hearing and vision (with or without adaptive devices or correction).
Lifting no more than 25 pounds, sitting 4-8 hours a day at a desk in an office setting.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare specific experience in hospice is a plus

Responsibilities

Contacting payors to verify benefits upon admission and prior to hospice recertification.
Prepare, view and transmit timely claims electronically and paper when required.
Contact patient/family to discuss the patient's eligibility and responsibility related to co-insurance, deductible, private pay, etc.
Follow up on unpaid claims.
Review and discuss contract payment based on payor contract.
Review accounts for insurance or patient follow-up.
Research and appeal denied claims.
Serve as key contact for all billing questions or inquiries from payors or the patient.
Reviewing all insurance payments for accuracy.
Ensure compliance with all insurance requirements, recertifications, etc.
Responsible for timely processing of Medicaid lock ins.
Maintain complete and accurate financial records.
Proper documentation of adjustments, refunds and collection activity notes.
Communication and collaboration with clinical team to ensure proper facility billing.
Tracking of payment activity (checks, ACH, EFT).
Ensure clear audit trail to support financial audits.
Follow and protect data as defined by HIPAA guidelines.
Assist with weekly billing call to review key issues affecting timely payments and follow up on aging accounts.
Assist with month end close and ensure timely billing.