Medicaid Billing & AR Coordinator

Work Where You Matter!At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey. Through compassionate care, we focus on our patient’s quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of an extraordinary team of caregivers, then come work where you matter.AR Finance Coordinator MedicaidPosition OverviewThe Accounts Receivable Medicaid Finance Coordinator is responsible for standard accounting clerical duties in the areas of accounts receivable. A successful candidate for this role will be detail oriented, self-starter, flexible and have great customer service skills.Essential Functions and SkillsResponsibilitiesAccurately enters payables for facilities into the accounting systemAccurately processes and bills Medicaid, private payer and patient claims in accordance with payer requirements and organization policy.Assists in the preparation of monthly billing and accounts receivable reports.Maintains accurate Medicare and Medicaid accounts receivable analysis reports.Maintains complete and accurate billing and accounts receivable records.Prepares Medicare, Medicaid, private payer and patient remittances for data entry.Alerts appropriate management team members regarding late or missing documents required for billing.Assists with the collection of receivables by monitoring accounts receivables, resubmitting bills to overdue accounts, and alerting manager of seriously overdue accounts.Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with patients, payers, and facilities.Coordinates reports and additional information to accounting management personnel in a timely manner.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements/QualificationsAt least two (2) years experience in health care data entry, preferably in hospice care systems.At least one (1) year of previous health care related billing or coding experience, preferably in hospice care billing.Ability to develop and maintain relationship with external vendors.High school diploma or GED required.Must have strong work ethic.Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable.Proficient in Excel and Word.Ability to pass DHS background study.PreferredAS, AA or BA in accounting.Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds.The starting salary range for this role is $25-27/hour annual base salary. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets. The total compensation package for this position may also include the opportunity to participate in employee benefits including our medical/dental/vision/pet insurance, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plans, subject to applicable plan terms, and/or eligibility for other compensation. #J-18808-Ljbffr