Description
Patient Accounts Specialist
Department: Finance - Patient Accounts
Status Hours: Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly
Shift: 1st Shift
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Job Description:
The Patient Accounts Specialist supports hospital and physician office billing operations by performing key revenue cycle functions such as charge posting, claims processing, insurance follow-up, denial management, and billing support. This role helps ensure accurate and timely reimbursement in accordance with payer guidelines and contracts.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform assigned patient accounts functions including billing, claims processing, insurance follow-up, and denial management.
- Collaborate with hospital departments, physician offices, payers, and patients to resolve billing and coverage issues.
- Process and maintain account information in Meditech Expanse and other billing systems.
- Apply payer billing guidelines, contracts, and coverage criteria to resolve claims.
- Identify and report billing or charging errors to support process improvement.
- Participate in ongoing training to stay current with payer rules and regulations.
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Requirements
- Degree or certificate in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare billing processes.
- Strong organizational, time management, and computer skills.
- Ability to work in multiple systems simultaneously.
- Experience with Meditech and Microsoft Office preferred.