Patient Account Representative

Company: U.S. Physical Therapy
Location: Sanford
Posted on: June 6, 2021

Job Description:

Job Position: Patient Account Representative/Medical Biller
Location: Sanford, FL
Experience Required: 2 years
Employment Type: Full Time
Benefits: Complete Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off and a 401K; Front Office Incentive Bonus
Business: Outpatient Therapy Central Billing Office

We have an exciting opportunity at our Busy Outpatient Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy Practice for an experienced Patient Account Representative to join our Dynamic & Energetic Team in Sanford, Florida. 

Patient Account Representative

Manages several tasks daily related to patient accounts.  Daily duties include but are not limited to claim follow-up, collecting payments, resolving claim reimbursement issues, and investigation of claim denials.  Reports directly to Billing Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following;

• Responsible for rebilling, follow-up, and collection activity for assigned payers.
• Responsible for researching, appealing, and addressing patient account balances.
• Strong knowledge of Billing/EMR software.
• Accurately and thoroughly document pertinent collection activity performed.
• Verify claims adjudication utilizing appropriate resources and applications
• Initiate telephone and/or letter contact with parties responsible for reimbursement for services provided.
• Edit/Update claim information to meet and satisfy billing compliance guidelines for electronic and paper claim submission.
• Participate in monthly meetings, training seminars, and hands on training as well as identify trends and claim related issues.
• Must demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security regulations by appropriately handling patient information.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have outstanding customer service when communicating with patients and insurance carriers
• Ability to multitask with attention to detail
• Must work well in team environment towards monthly, quarterly, and annual goals.

Job Requirement:  High School Diploma or Equivalent and Insurance Collections Experience

We offer a competitive compensation package which includes hourly wage as well as medical, dental, disability, life insurance and a 401(k) plan, in addition to paid time off.

A valid driver's license is required and any employment offers are contingent upon a clear background check. Please apply online to be considered with salary history. We do look for stable past work history.

NO Agency calls.

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