Patient Accounts Representative

Patient Account RepresentativeArbour Hospital is an important community resource for a wide range of vital behavioral healthcare services. We treat primary psychiatric and substance abuse disorders and constantly strive to meet the needs of our communities with treatment that address individualized behavioral health needs. At Arbour Hospital, we work diligently and compassionately to provide patients and their families with high-quality care and service excellence across a continuum of specialized behavioral health services. We have proudly served the residents of the greater Boston area since 1909.A part of the business office for the hospital system, the Patient Account Representative is an integral part of the billing team. This is a full-time, benefit eligible, 40 hours per week position.Benefits for the Patient Account Representative Include:Tuition Reimbursement - $4,000 per yearTuition savings to continue your education with Chamberlain UniversityChallenging and rewarding work environmentCareer development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!Diverse programming to expand your experienceCompetitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time OffExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans401(K) with company match and discounted stock planA supportive and collaborative team environmentResponsibilities:Accurately prepares bills daily and submits them timelyVerifies receipt of bill to avoid timely filing denialsReviews patient folders for completeness of patient insurance information and proper signaturesVerifies that computerized insurance documentation is up to date and accurate continuously throughout the accounts receivable process.Reviews EOBs for proper payment, documents any denials and resolves denied amounts on a timely basisEnsures bad debts and denials are presented for write-off timely, with all completed supporting documentationMaintains documentation on all third party billing contract rates and proceduresEnsures proper contractual discounts and codes are used to net accounts receivableDocuments notes completely and concisely regarding follow up activity, while keeping organized paper documentationAbout Universal Health Services:One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.Qualifications:Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate or Bachelor's degree preferredExperience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare billingEEO Statement: All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.