Patient Account Specialist- Professional Billing

  • 001 Dayton Childrens Hospital
  • Work From Home - Ohio
  • 5mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

Facility:

Work From Home - Ohio

Department:

Patient Accounts - Physician Billing

Schedule:

Full time

Hours:

40

Job Details:

The insurance billing patient account specialist is responsible for all billing and collection activity with insurance carriers. This may include research and contact with patient, guarantor, insurance companies, or other third-party payers.

Under the leadership of the Manager, Patient Financial Services, the patient account specialist is responsible for the billing of accounts, review of payment accuracy, account research, and follow-up. Efforts may include financial, clinical, or demographic account corrections. Research also includes coordination with service providers and payers, root analysis of denied payment, and timely follow up on claims. Filters and sorts EPIC work-queues in an effort to provide most effective A/R strategies. Stays current on all payer billing requirements. Maintains a high level of accuracy and assures compliant billing of claims. Is able to track and communicate payer trends to supervisor and manager.

Department Specific Job Details:

Shift

  • Monday-Friday
  • 10 or 8 hour shifts available (between 6am-6pm)
  • No weekends or holidays
  • Fully remote
    • Occasionally has to report to Main Campus

Education

  • High school diploma/GED required

Experience

  • 1-2 years professional billing experience (required)
  • Epic billing experience (preferred)

Skills/Competencies

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work tactfully with patients, staff, and interdepartmental customers

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Knowledge of healthcare billing regulations and compliance requirements

  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Education Requirements:

GED, High School (Required)

Certification/License Requirements: