Medicare Biller Collector - Lincoln Home Nursing - FT

Job TitleVerifies and balances census for facility. Obtains patient demographics and payer information and enters into EMR. Verifies patient eligibility and benefits. Meets with residents and/or responsible parties to discuss and collect patient liability. Obtains necessary information for timely completion of Medicaid applications. Sends patients statements on a monthly basis and follows up on private balances due. Prepares daily deposit of mail and OTC payments. Maintains accurate accounting of patient trust funds, including monthly reconciliation and quarterly statements to resident/responsible parties. Reconciles petty cash for patient trust fund. Maintains any reports required by local, state of federal regulations.Job DescriptionHigh school Diploma or GED. Associates degree from an accredited college with some applicable college courses. Prefer applicant with certification in coding, physician office management, or applicable college courses. Proven applicable experience working in an environment that utilizes electronic billing, internal report archives, and tools for applicable database management strongly preferred. 3 + years working experience of long term care or SNF business office or related functions preferred. General application knowledge of EXCEL, WORD, and ACCESS. Effective communication skills verbally and written with internal Hospital departments, Physician Offices, Patient, and Insurance payors. Must be able to effectively multi-task and prioritize assigned duties.About UsHH Lincoln Health, part of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, has proudly served the Lincoln County community since 1917. Located in Fayetteville, Tennessee, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care and supporting the health and well-being of our community through every stage of life.Lincoln Medical Center is a 50-bed hospital offering a comprehensive range of emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services. Our organization includes Donalson Care Center, Home Health & Hospice, and Patrick Rehab & Wellness Center, all working together to provide seamless, coordinated care. In addition, we offer primary care, women's health services, cardiology, surgical care, and specialized wound care to meet the diverse needs of our community.Our facilities are committed to developing our team members. We value the contributions of every employee and recognize that their dedication and expertise are essential to delivering exceptional care to our patients and their families. With more than 400 employees, HH Lincoln Health is proud to be one of the largest employers in Lincoln County and a trusted healthcare partner for the communities we serve.