The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for research and follows up of accounts to ensure timely collection of outstanding A / R.
Key duties include :
- Perform audits of patient accounts to ensure accuracy and timely payment
- Review account aging, identify and report inconsistencies and corrects errors
- Research rejections, denials, bad debt and other projects
- Review credit balance reports for correct recipient of funds
- Review and research EOB’s
- Resubmission of claims and submittal of appeals
- Verification of patient coverage, authorization and billing inquiries
- Perform reconciliation of refund accounts; attach documentation and forward to manager to process refund checks
- Identify problems on accounts and follows through to conclusion
- Respond to insurance company requests for information in a prompt and professional manner
Requirements
Qualifications
2+ years of medical billing and A / R experienceProfessional attitudeAbility to solve problems, prioritize and multi-task in a deadline driven environmentAbility to make independent decisions regarding matters of significanceWork with little to no supervisionAbility to work outside core business hours as neededAble to work in a team environment and interact positively with team membersGoal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organizationExcellent verbal & written communication skillsKeenly attentive to detailAbility to keep sensitive information confidentialHigh level of proficiency with PC based software programsEducation
High school diploma or equivalent