PATIENT ACCOUNTS SPECIALIST - Medicare Department
About The Position
The Western Region Consolidated Business Office delivers comprehensive insurance revenue services to our affiliated UHS facilities, encompassing billing, collections, cash posting, pre-access management, variance analysis, and customer service. Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by industry leaders, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development. Job Description: Patient Accounts Specialist Monday-Friday 5:00AM-1:30PM The Patient Accounts Specialist manages Medicare billing and collections, including verifying medical insurance, processing reimbursements, correcting cash posting errors, and handling denials and appeals. Additional duties include, validating codes and charges are correct, preparing and submitting claims according to Medicare payer guidelines, and ensuring accurate and timely claim submissions.
Requirements
- 2+ years medical insurance billing and collections experience.
- High School or equivalent.
- Demonstrates knowledge of medical insurance billing and collections.
- Experience with denials and appeals.
- Excel and data entry systems experience.
Responsibilities
- Manages Medicare billing and collections
- Verifying medical insurance
- Processing reimbursements
- Correcting cash posting errors
- Handling denials and appeals
- Validating codes and charges are correct
- Preparing and submitting claims according to Medicare payer guidelines
- Ensuring accurate and timely claim submissions
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
