Patient Customer Service Representative Billing - Full Time (98951)

Join our billing team as a Patient Customer Service RepresentativeatToppenish Central Administration in Toppenish, WAThe Patient Billing Services Representatives are key to the success of the patient billing process. They handle all communications with the patient regarding their billing charges after the patient has been seen. This role will be responsible for investigating and resolving patient questions and concerns regarding their bills and services in a timely and accurate manner. We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Explore our short clips, " WE are Yakima - WE are Family " and " YVFWC - And then we grew ," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families. Visit our website at to learn more about our organization. Position Highlights: $19.96-$24.45/hour DOE

Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more! What You'll Do: Effectively respond to patients on the phone and in person to questions and issues they have

Listen to and interpret patient concerns correctly, while asking probing questions to get to the root of the problem

Performs routine billing functions such as posting patient encounters, billing insurance companies, encouraging payment, receiving payments, and generating end-of-day reports

Answer patient calls in a call center environment, work all accounts, and use appropriate websites and payment systems

Ensure accurate and complete data and forms are collected from all patients

Update billing and demographic information via online billing systems, as needed. Documents pertinent account information pertaining to all patient issues and outcomes

Interact and communicate with all functions of the revenue cycle department

Make outbound calls to set up payment arrangements and follow up on delinquent accounts

Evaluate guarantor financial status, previous account information, eligibility tools, employment history, and all other income verification documentation, to determine sliding fee eligibility

Review cash box receipts and reconcile cash box daily

Identify possible compliance and quality of care issues and refer them to the supervisor for resolution

Participate in Education, Training, and Cross-training activities as needed

Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: High School diploma or GED

One year of experience in a healthcare coding, billing, or front office role is required

Previous experience in Epic is preferred

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required at a level 9

Two years' experience in a revenue cycle role in a medical billing setting or customer service environment, including significant direct customer contact by phone or in person is preferred.

FQHC billing and Accounts Receivable experience is preferred

One year of experience in working with customer calls or in a call center is preferred

Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) certification preferred

Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including EpiCare, Prelude, Resolute, Word, and Excel

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Strong written, active listening, and verbal communication skills that are professional and concise

Strong customer relations skills preferred

Knowledge of coding/billing preferred

Knowledge of medical/dental terminology and data entry preferred

Knowledge of accounts receivable processes preferred

Ability, knowledge, and skills to use and understand billing coding books and guides

Skills to multitask and remain calm under pressure

Works well independently and within a team Our Mission Statement"Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being." Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io to learn more about this opportunity!