Accounts Receivable Collector FT
United Surgical Partners International, Inc - Cherry Hill, NJ
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Millennium Surgical Center has an immediate need for a full time Accounts Receivable Collector to join the team!Job Summary: Under the direction of the Business Office Manager, is responsible for covering any aspect of the business office necessary. Successful candidate will possess outstanding multi-tasking abilities, communication and teamwork as well as the ability to keep up in a fast paced working environment. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate previous successful/positive customer service encounters or programs.Duties and Responsibilities:Experience in Accounts Receivable (AR).PIP and Workmen's Compensation and 3rd party claims and accounts receivables as it relates to ASC/ Outpatient Services.Utilize accounting software systems and ERP solutions to manage accounts receivable and billing functions.Responsible for tracking and reviewing denial EOB'sResponsible for following up on unpaid and denied claims on a weekly basis.Responsible to review A/R reports as it relates to open charges for non-payment including but not limited to: short payments, ineligibility, inaccurate diagnosis, inaccurate coding and no authorizations on a weekly basis.Responsible for communicating effectively any trends relating to failed activities/claims, claim denials, or process issues to the Collections Lead.Monitor customer credit accounts and take appropriate action to collect delinquent payments.Ability to manage Cash, process checks and manage cash activity to ensure accurate and timely financial transactionsKnowledge of Billing FunctionsWill be responsible for reviewing claims in the electronic health record for accuracy as well as submission of claims electronically and via paper when required.Will monitor electronic claims to ensure successful transmission to clearinghouseCollaborate with other team members to ensure smooth financial operationsPossesses the ability to work in a constantly changing environment, good judgment skills, and capable of making decisions with attention to detail.Special projects and other duties assigned as needed by managementRequired Skills:High School Diploma or equivalency.1-2 years of previous medical claims experience required.Experience in government payer claim adjudication (Medicare, Medicaid, VA, Tricare) and commercial payers (BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UHC, etc.).Familiar with reading contracts and have the ability to apply those rules to an EOB and determine a follow up/resolution path.Familiar with grievance and appeals process. Ability to read an EOB.Must be able to communicate verbally and non-verbally in a professional way.Ability to use time wisely in preparing work area to meet high-paced demand.Show a genuine desire to work and improve the hospital as a whole.Must be able to multi-task.Strong medical terminology.Must demonstrate excellent phone etiquette and exceptional customer service skills.
Created: 2024-09-11