Patient Account Representative

Sleep Management, LLC dba Viemed Patient Account Representative Job Category: Sleep Management, LLC Requisition Number: PATIE003552 Full-Time Responsible for answering inbound phone calls/emails to the Billing Office. Responsible for addressing patients' questions regarding their accounts, collect payments, and establish payment plans. Escalates patient complaints directly to supervisor or manager if unresolved. Duties include (but not limited to) Review and understand patient billing, Adjusting accounts, Generating statements, Processing payments and refunds Review and process patient requests for financial hardship. Obtain proof of income as well as documentation to determine if patient qualifies for hardship waivers per Company policy. Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationships with patients/family, and other internal teams for the patient’s benefit. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Manager/Supervisor, and other superiors. Reports all concerns or issues directly to Revenue Cycle Manager and Supervisor Other responsibilities and projects as assigned. Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent Knowledge of basic medical insurance coverage and/or types such as Commercial, Medicare & Medicaid Learns and maintains knowledge of current patient database and billing system Working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes, HCFA 1500, UB04 claim forms, HIPAA, billing and insurance regulations, medical terminology, insurance benefits. Knowledge of policies and procedures to accurately answer questions from internal and external customers. Utilizes initiative while maintaining set levels of productivity with consistent accuracy. Experience Minimum of 2 years Customer Service experience required Medical office or patient accounts preferred Skills Superior organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Attention to detail and accuracy. Effective/professional communication skills (written and oral) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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