Patient Account Representative

West Pines Behavioral Hospital•Westminster, CO

17d•$22 - $30

About The Position

West Pines Behavioral Hospital is a new 144-bed inpatient behavioral health facility serving Denver area residents located at 11455 Huron Street, Westminster, CO and is a joint venture between Intermountain Health and Acadia Healthcare. The hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and intensive outpatient services to address the growing need for accessible, high-quality behavioral health care in the Denver metro area. We are seeking passionate people with a caring attitude. Under general direction, our Cooks implement menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals. Pay Range: $22.25 to $29.92/hr.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Three or more years’ prior admissions and or collections experience in a hospital setting required.

Nice To Haves

Psychiatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Call and status outstanding claims with third party payors.
Review claims issues and make corrections as needed and rebill.
Utilize claims clearing house to review and correct claims. Resubmit electronically when available.
Review explanation of benefits to ascertain that claim processed and paid correctly.
Complete adjustment forms if any adjustments need to be made to an account and attach all supporting documentation.
Manage daily productivity via patient accounting system and productivity reports. Needs to maintain an average of 30-40 accounts worked per day minimum.
Prorate patient accounts and monitor that balance due is in the correct financial class.
Report an overview of the week to the BOD and participate in AR meetings.
Gather and interpret data from system and understands appropriate course of action to take and initiates time-sensitive and strategic steps resulting in payment.
Assist financial counselors as needed.
Alert Financial Counselors and Business Office Director of all benefit eligibility matters that suggest or challenge reimbursement.