Patient Accounting Clerk 8530 #11839
Job #: 11839
Job Category: Business Office
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Type: Days
Department: Patient Accounting
Pay Range: $22.01/hr. - $29.58/hr.
Open Date: 06.12.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent with background in clerical field preferred
Job Details:
- High school graduate or equivalent with background in clerical field preferred
- Good typing skills with an emphasis on accuracy
- Ability to perform minor bookkeeping and accounting functions such as posting information and verifying accuracy of statements
- Able to type ten key calculator with ease
- Computer skills required
- To be able to decipher information and use good judgment in transmitting information for effective billing
- The ability to plan and carry through a complete cycle of activities
- The ability to organize work and time for most effectiveness
- Be able to talk to patients or their representatives regarding basic inquiries on accounts
- To be able to work harmoniously with a variety of people
- To accept added responsibilities or tasks and be flexible in work assignments
- Assists in personnel training
Duties &
Responsibilities:
Job Summary
The Patient Accounting Clerk performs various clerical tasks; under general supervision utilizing knowledge of office systems, procedures, hospital regulations and interdepartmental functions.
Duties
- Bills claims to Medicare, Medi-Cal, and commercial insurance
- Research’s denied accounts and submits information or corrections needed to obtain payment
- Answers basic questions by patients or their representatives in regard to the billing of their account
- Performs other duties as assigned
Semi- Sedentary: Semi- Sedentary: Sits and walks throughout workday
Generally lifting objects not more than 10 lbs. and/or carrying objects weighing 10 lbs.
