Third Party Patient Account Representative- Government Payers-Onsite

Job Family :

Patient Account Representative

Travel Required : None

Clearance Required : None

What You Will Do :

The Patient Account Representative (PAR) is expected to perform specific billing processes, follow-up, account resolution, adjustments and scanning as required. This position works with other departments to facilitate the meeting of both departmental facility goals and objectives. This position is responsible for account resolution.  Ability to find solutions to problems and keeping management informed of patterns regarding payments and or other issues with specific payers is essential.

The Patient Account Representative has an extensive knowledge of billing, accounts receivable follow-up, timely filing guidelines and the ability to effectively review remittance advices and electronic billing reports from payer to determine the action required. This position performs all related job duties as assigned.

This is an onsite position in Birmingham, AL

Duties and Responsibilities

Contacts third party payers and guarantors via payer websites or by phone to resolve account balances on all assigned accounts.

W ork all correspondence within 24 hours or receipt.  Detail notes regarding correspondence must be entered into the client’s system.

Works all denials taking necessary actions to obtain account resolution.

Submits appeals, as appropriate, for all non-clinical denials

Monitors all denials for trends and issues and reports findings to supervisor.

Bills or re-bills claims as necessary.

Ensures the client follows all state and federal rules and regulations both billing and HIPAA.

Completes assigned special projects within the time frames given

Attend training sessions and seminars offered by the Client and Third-Party Payers.

Appropriately documents each account worked in client practice management system.

Makes necessary corrections in client practice management system.

Resolves or forwards all address and / or plan changes as appropriate to ensure the integrity of the insurance master is maintained.

Updates patient accounts with corrected demographic or insurance information.

Posts adjustments based on standard operating procedures or as directed by leadership.

Handles all customer calls both internal and external in a professional and courteous manner.

PC skills in a Windows environment are required.

Knowledge and utilization of desktop applications to include Word and Excel is essential.

Ability to initiate and follow through on projects and work independently with minimal supervision.

What You Will Need :

High School Diploma / GED

0-2-year experience in office, customer service or healthcare field

What Would Be Nice To Have :

1 plus year experience in Revenue Cycle

Experience in Medicaid and / or Government Payers

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include :

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental / Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program