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Insurance Representative

Baptist Memorial Health Care

Starkville, MS

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Workstations, Credit and Collections, Data Entry, Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS), Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG), Graphics Software, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, High School Diploma, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Billing, Negotiation Skills, Order Supplies, Organizational Skills, Patient Follow-up, Process Improvement, Spreadsheets, Third-Party Payer, Time Management, Word Processing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Starkville, MS
POSTED
30+ days ago

Responsible for contacting third-party payers and patients to speed collection of accounts receivable. Demonstrate a
dedication to process improvement initiatives that result in the achievement of best practice solutions committed to the
optimization of net revenues.
Responds to patient inquiries regarding status of accounts. Follow-up on amounts due from third - party payers on a timely
basis to ensure that payments are prompt and benefits are paid correctly. Patients are given prompt, courteous, correct
responses to their questions. Inquiries that cannot be answered are referred to the proper person/department for response.
Follows up with patient and or/department to ensure patient's inquiries are resolved.
Three year minimum experience in healthcare related field preferred. Experience with personal computers, word processing,
spreadsheets, graphics and database software applications is desired. Understanding of coding strategies, DRGs, DNV
standards and HIPAA. Prior experience implementing and maintaining billing and collection system desired.
High school graduate or equivalent.
- Strong analytical and organization skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficient understanding of hospital bills and billing procedures.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with all ancillary departments.
- Ability to utilize and understand computer technology.
- Understanding of complex insurance terms and payment methodologies.
- Sits for extended periods of time to enter data into the computer.
- Changes in position/posture is constant throughout the day and includes workstations at various heights.
- Ability to concentrate at computer or desk.
- Should be able to climb a ladder or step stool when placing supplies on storage shelves, etc.
- Should be able to reach in order to place supplies and equipment on storage shelves.
- Able to communicate verbally with patients, co-workers and visitors.
- Must also be able to use written communication effectively

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Baptist Memorial Health Care