Patient Accounting Follow UP Specialist
About The Position
Responsible for managing outstanding accounts receivable and ensuring timely payment for healthcare services. Focuses exclusively on follow-up activities, including contacting payers, resolving payment delays, and recommending actions for delinquent accounts. At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients. Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- Must be computer software and hardware literate.
- Three (3) years appropriate work experience with a high level of communication skills and organizational ability required, preferably within the medical field.
- Familiarity with statutes and regulations that impact collection of patient’s accounts required.
- Frequent contact with insurance companies, medical staff offices, ancillary department heads, patient registration, credit and collections department and attorney’s offices.
- Ability to perform full range of motion to accomplish tasks.
- Visual and aural acuity and finger/hand dexterity to operate office equipment.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
- Ability to work collaboratively, handle pressure, organize and synthesize information, and prioritize tasks.
- Critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility required.
- Must be able to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree related to the medical field or business preferred.
Responsibilities
- Managing outstanding accounts receivable and ensuring timely payment for healthcare services.
- Contacting payers, resolving payment delays, and recommending actions for delinquent accounts.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education
- Comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
