Job Purpose
Accounts Receivable Specialist monitors and maintains the aging of the Electronic Health System.
Qualifications
- Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent with previous work in billing activities.
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Associate Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business-related environment preferred.
Core Job Duties
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Works closely with the Access Coordinator Supervisors and Billing Manager regarding issues that may interfere with accurate reimbursement of services rendered.
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Work various unapplied and outstanding audit reports.
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Reviewing charges for accuracy, ensuring payors receipt of clean claims, and following up on outstanding accounts receivables
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Cross trained in essential department job duties and functions.
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Participation at relevant site staff meetings and in-service training opportunities.
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Notifies Billing Manager regarding the status of deadlines and job duties. Give these updates in weekly meetings to all staff.
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Work with other departments as needed with problems, questions, or special projects.
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Answer calls to assist person(s) served with questions or concerns about their accounts, researching to verify accuracy.
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Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models.
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Orally communicate information effectively and accurately.
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Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency’s certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care.
- Abide by program and agency policies and procedures.
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Other job duties and special projects as assigned.
