Patient Account Specialist I

Collection Specialist

The Collection Specialist is responsible for aggressively working the activity for assigned accounts ensuring payment and/or resolution of outstanding account balances. He/She communicates with patients and third party agencies to assist in the resolution of outstanding account balances, completes and maintains timely, accurate reports of account activity, as well as responds to incoming calls and mail from patients and third party agencies regarding outstanding account balances.

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum of two years' experience with third party reimbursement requirements

Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities

Must be able to organize, have time management skills

Must be able to read, write, and speak English, as well as possess good verbal and communications skills

Receives incoming phone calls/mail from patients and third parties assisting in the resolution of accounts receivable.

Properly performs and utilizes Meditech financial modules and any applicable systems required.

Reviews reports of outstanding accounts to determine appropriate next actions required to obtain payment for outstanding balances.

Aggressively works patient accounts and/or third party bills necessary for collection of outstanding balances.

Update patient accounts, as appropriate, to prompt next actions and document all activity.

Works intra and inter-departmentally to ensure cost effective utilization.

Assists patients in making payment arrangements.

Receives and answers inquiries from patients, insurance companies, Medicare or other parties regarding billing.

Makes recommendations for the resolution of account balances; i.e., flat rate adjustment, write-off, charity referral, etc.

Works cooperatively with other department staff to determine appropriate course of action to assist patients with the resolution of outstanding account balances.

Maintains account information pertinent to collection activity on all accounts, admissions and referrals.

Reviews all billing for completeness and accuracy.

Promotes environmental and patient safety:

o Makes provision for a clean, organized environment

o Constantly observes for unsafe conditions

o Reports safety issues in a timely manner

o Has knowledge of general safety, department and service safety, and specific job hazardous

o Demonstrates proper body mechanics in all functions

Promotes efficient use of departmental supplies and equipment:

o Ensures equipment is in good working order

o Reports equipment problems to appropriate personnel promptly