Patient Accounts Specialist
Location: Seattle, Washington
Description: Pacific Medical Centers is at the momment seeking for Patient Accounts Specialist right now, this occupation will be dwelled in Washington. More details about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. Location: Beacon Hill Clinic Job Code: 13-198R Employment duration: Full time FTE: 1.0 Department: CBS Grade & Range: 09 B $14.71 - $17.30 Description Pacific Med! ical Centers is one of Washington’s Top 100 Best Places to Work in 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 as determined by an annual ranking compiled by Seattle Business Monthly magazine. Our employees collectively agreed that our organization offers an inspiring workplace with a strong patient-focused team environment and ample career-building opportunities. We are focused on quality patient care and serving our community. PacMed has been a healthcare provider since 1933 and has expanded to 9 locations in Washington State.
We have more than 150+ primary and specialty care professionals who are committed to developing a compassionate, long-term relationship with our patients and providing the highest-quality medical care to all we serve. This is your opportunity to join a leading healthcare organization. Pacific Medical Centers is currently seeking a dynamic Patient Accounts Specialist to join our team. JOB SUMMARY: Maintains well-aged accounts receivable for assigned pay! ers/providers.
This includes promptly resolving and r! esubmitting denied claims and taking timely and routine action to collect unpaid claims. Resolves patient account issues typically by phone with the department’s customers, patients, payers, attorneys, physicians, clinic and corporate staff. This involves research, analysis, problem solving and collection of accounts receivable utilizing knowledge of clinic operations, third party insurance benefits, and referral requirements. May also work with the organization’s Patient Assistance Program managing and approving applications or focusing directly on collecting self-pay accounts receivable.
Complies with all applicable regulations. REQUIREMENTS: · High school diploma or equivalent. · Minimum one-year experience in either physician/hospital billing or other healthcare business setting. · Understanding of clinic operations related to patient registration, referrals, & cash collections.
· Understanding of insurance payer reimbursem! ent. · Functional experience using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel). · Working knowledge of CPT, ICD9 coding, and Correct Coding Initiatives and basic accounting. · Successful extensive customer service experience with patients and insurers.
Collection experience preferred. · Prefer AA in business-related field. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: · Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-9 coding, CPT coding, Microsoft Windows and basic accounting. · Demonstrated CRT skills, 10-Key by touch and the ability to use an automated billing system with speed and accuracy.
· Ability to keyboard, use a computer and, other office equipment. · Good written and verbal communication skills. · Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. · Analytical skills to interpret, problem solve and respond to insurance companies, patients, other staff and physicians regarding problem accounts.
· Ability to work in a dive! rse cultural environment. BENEFITS: Pacific Medical Centers offers comp! etitive benefits, including paid medical/dental/vision for employees, 29 days Paid Time Off per year to start, ORCA transportation pass, retirement programs, tuition reimbursement and more. **Background check, drug screen and influenza vaccination or proof of immunization will be required for all candidates selected for this position. **Pacific Medical Centers is an equal opportunity/AA employer
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This occupation will be opened on: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 06:49:47 GMT
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