Remit Specialist

Chicago Behavioral Hospital•Des Plaines, IL

17d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Remit Specialist is responsible for the billing, follow-up, and collection of assigned patient accounts by contacting patients, insurance companies, and third-party payers to resolve outstanding balances. This role works closely with collection agencies for bad debt recovery, maintains third-party logs, and may assist with coding and posting receivables from patients, insurance companies, and third-party payors on patient accounts.

Requirements

Knowledge of CPT coding and billing procedures
Knowledge of insurance billing and collection procedures
Knowledge of computer software applications and business systems
Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and co-workers
Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication
Ability to accept direction and adhere to policies and procedures
Ability to maintain confidentiality and use good judgment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work as a team player and meet deadlines
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
A minimum of one (1) years experience in a health care collections or related field, or any combination of education, training, or experience in a health care business office environment
Experience with insurance billing
Experience with computer and business software programs (Excel)

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent preferred
May be required to work flexible hours

Responsibilities

Billing, follow-up, and collection of assigned patient accounts
Contacting patients, insurance companies, and third-party payers to resolve outstanding balances
Working closely with collection agencies for bad debt recovery
Maintaining third-party logs
Assisting with coding and posting receivables from patients, insurance companies, and third-party payors on patient accounts