Patient Access Representative

Patient Access Representative Location: Pomona, CA (91767) Duration: 13 Weeks Shift Details: Day Shift: Monday Friday (5x8 Hours) Timing: (7:00 am 3:30 pm; 7:30am 4:00pm; 8:00 am 4:30pm; 8:30 am 5 pm) Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Required 13 years in hospital accounts receivable, medical collections follow up, or healthcare collections. Required Skills: Collections for facility claims - all lines of business Knowledge of hospital billing processes, CPT/ICD codes, and DRG reimbursement. Familiarity with payer guidelines such as Medicare, Medi-cal and commercial payers Strong communication skills for payer interactions. Proficiency in hospital billing and follow up systems and Microsoft Office. Attention to detail and ability to analyze claim denials and payment variances. Review hospital accounts receivable aging reports and prioritize collection efforts. Contact insurance carriers to collect outstanding balances and resolve issues. Knowledge in follow up for institutional claims (UB04) Investigate and appeal denied or underpaid claims to maximize reimbursement. Coordinate with other departments such as billing team to resolve discrepancies. Document all collection activities in the hospital's system Ensure compliance with HIPAA, hospital policies, and state/federal regulations.