Patient Account Representative (Towson, Full Time)

Sheppard Pratt

1d • $19 - $26

About The Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with established policies and
procedures, is responsible for daily follow-up functions to secure payment
and/or resolve outstanding accounts receivable for one or more of the
assigned payer categories:
Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield,
Commercial/Managed Care, Tri-Care, Worker’s Compensation, Schools, DSS/DJS,
and Self-Pay.
Uses computerized patient information management and Paperless Claim System
(PCS) imaging systems to initiate, complete follow up, and update patient
accounts with data required for preparation of third-party claims and client
statements.
Post transactions, and bill insurance carriers/client and adjust
third-party/self-pay data. Prepare and maintain required documentation.

The vast majority of this position involves interaction with insurance
companies with only a very small percentage involving interaction with
clinicians and patients.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• 6 months - 12 months of experience in related billing and health insurance work. Follow-up and Medicaid experience strongly preferred.
• Must have knowledge of billing practices, procedures, collections, third-party payer and Universal Billing requirements, and third-party reimbursement procedures.

Benefits

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

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