Patient Accounts Specialist

Title: Patient Accounts Specialist

Employment Type: Full Time

Work Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

City: Bettendorf

State: Iowa

We care about our employees! We value and respect the talented and committed people that make up our practice. Be a part of an organization that works to make a difference in the lives of its patients by encouraging you to be your best every day.

Position Responsibilities:

In this role you will be responsible for communicating with patients regarding payment arrangements following up on outstanding balances and responding to questions related to statements and account activity over the phone and in person. You will manage and work a variety of account queues including self-pay lien liability and bankruptcy accounts ensuring accurate documentation and proper account handling within the system. Responsibilities also include preparing and sending claims to attorneys and other agencies running and reconciling monthly reports related to pre-pays and co-pays and assisting patients with payment plans and financial assistance programs. This position also involves following up on liability determinations non-sufficient fund checks and returned mail including researching and updating patient information as needed as well as preparing and sending correspondence to patients attorneys and insurance companies regarding account status. ORA holds all our staff members accountable for providing high-level service maintaining patient confidentiality and complying with all HIPAA rules and regulations.

Requirements:

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in billing collections or insurance in a medical office is preferred. A successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of customer service principles be comfortable working in Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel) and will have familiarity with insurance payers and medical terminology. Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills strong attention to detail organizational skills and a compassionate and patient-focused approach are essential for success in this role.

Benefits:

More information about the benefits offered as part of our employment package with ORA Orthopedics is available here: Please note that some benefits are dependent upon the position and employment status held.

ORA Orthopedics is the Quad Cities largest and most comprehensive orthopedic provider proudly offering an integrated continuum of orthopedic care that includes orthopedic sub-specialty clinics walk-in care at our Urgent OrthoCARE clinics diagnostic imaging physical therapy outpatient surgery and more. For more information on our practice visit our website at . Apply to join our team today!

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