- Performs a variety of clerical duties and procedures to follow-up and secure payment and/or resolve outstanding accounts receivable balances.
- Shares a common understanding of team concepts and objectives and works to achieve team and department goals.
- Maintains a working knowledge of collection laws and procedures protecting the accounts receivable and considering patient satisfaction objectives.
- Performs timely follow-up activity to determine expected payment dates and/or reason(s) for payment delays. Follow-up actions are conducted by telephone, in writing and through electronic mediums, when appropriate, in accordance with policies and procedures established by the respective third parties and the department.
- Requires a working knowledge of third party payor requirements and contracts.
- Two to three years prior experience in Patient Accounting and/or healthcare billing to be proficient.
- Accurate typing and a working familiarity with CRT and PC applications.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Post high school education preferred.
Location: Signature Healthcare · Patient Accounting
Schedule: Per Diem, Days 1st Shift, Per Diem
