Collections Rep - Two Chicks With A Side Hustle

Department: Patient Access
Job Type: Full-Time Shift: Day
Hours/Week: 40.00
Req: 47217
Minimum Salary: $21.6
Maximum Salary: $34.56

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Wage Range: $21.60 – $34.56 per hour

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate’s years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.

Job Summary:
Responsible for performing all necessary billing and follow-up functions required to efficiently collect accounts for patient services provided by Evergreen Surgical Center. Will involve developing expertise in the technical procedures related to all forms of insurance claims billing, having knowledge of HCFA 1500, UB-92s and the required data necessary for payment of claims and is required to aggressively prioritize and work the accounts towards a zero balance.

Job Summary:

Researches and analyzes patient billing and collection data for accuracy.

Identifies reimbursement trends in relation to payers, rejections and/or coding and provide recommendation to Business Office Manager for system changes, training needs or other processes for improvement opportunities.
Evaluates PPO/HMO insurance payments received to ensure accurate reimbursement and contractual write-offs.
Participates in the establishment and implementation of collection goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures to keep aged accounts at a minimum.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

High School graduate or equivalent

Knowledge of Facilities Contract Payors, HCFA 1500 and UB-92s
Data entry experience.
Working knowledge of Medical Terminology.

DESIRED for the position:

1 year experience in healthcare billing and collections
Benefit Information:
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At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.