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Overview

Responsible for the collection and follow-up of all outstanding self pay and liability balances of ALMH and TMH Patient Accounts in accordance with policies and procedures, and determines customers’ eligibility for financial assistance programs. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

Qualifications

Experience:

·     One or more years of health care insurance and/or health care billing experience is required, preferably in the areas of billing, collections, or accounts receivable. Previous experience as a collector is highly desirable.

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Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

·       Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel preferred.

·       Basic working knowledge of personal computers required and their associate user software is preferred, with the ability to enter, retrieve, and electronically notate system screens.

·       Familiarity with medical terminology, medical procedural (CPT) and diagnosis (ICD-9 & 10) coding and hospital billing claims form UB-04 highly preferred.

·       Ability to multi-task while working on multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

·       Ability to work successful with internal customers and external customers.

·       Highly-developed critical thinking and problem solving-ability to work through complex situations.

·       Knowledge of poverty guidelines, internal/external financial assistance programs and options, medical billing and insurance principles/practices.

·       Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication, customer relations, and listening skills. Must demonstrate the ability to persuade and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.
• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.