Claims (Billing) Specialist / Patient Account Representative - Healthcare

Patient Account RepresentativeThe Claims (Billing) Specialist / Insurance Patient Account Representative is an extension of a client's business office staff. Representatives are responsible for maintaining knowledge, skills, and abilities that contribute to various accounting/administrative tasks involved in preparing billing data for agencies Guidehouse works with. This position will be on a hybrid schedule working two days either in the Lewisville, TX office or El Segundo, CA office and three days from home.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESPreparation of billing data to be used in the billing of payersResponsible for complying with contractual provisions with each agency regarding the submission of billing and encounter data, including the related monthly reportsSubmit invoices to appropriate partiesApplies paymentsCollects on unpaid claimsPrepares advance reconciliations and applies payments to the general ledgerEnters information into computer databases for effective record keepingCollaborates with other staff members to optimize delivery of servicesEnsures all compliance standards are met for audit purposesMaintains confidentiality of records relating to clientsIdentifies opportunities to improve our processesOther duties as assignedWhat You Will Need :High School Diploma / GED or 3 years of Relevant Equivalent Experience in Lieu of Diploma / GED.0-2+ year's experience in office, business, operations, customer service or healthcare field.What Would Be Nice To Have :Previous experience working in insurance portalsPC skills in a Windows environment.Knowledge and utilization of desktop applications to include Word and Excel is essential.Ability to initiate and follow through on projects and work independently with minimal supervisionKnowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminologyAble to work with numbers and apply basic math skills to daily tasksThe annual salary range for this position is $34,000.00-$56,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare Program