Posted 2mo ago

Patient Account Representative

@ Community HealthCare System
Onaga, Kansas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Identify delinquent, Confer with patients, Advise payments
Requirements Summary:Experience with patient accounts, delinquent accounts, customer service, and Microsoft Office; 40 hours weekly; onsite in Onaga, KS.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, 10-key, Copy Machine, Fax Machine, Telephone
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Description

 

  • Identify and monitor delinquent accounts using computer systems and a variety of programs.
  • Confer with patients by telephone or in person to determine reasons for the delinquent account.
  • Advise patients of options for payment of delinquent accounts. To include payment in full, payment plans, payroll deduction, Paid Time Off (PTO) cash in and wellness benefits.
  • Contact uninsured patients to establish a means for payment.
  • Compile information on uncollectible accounts ready for approval for an outside agency.
  • Answer, assist and document phone calls to the business office.
  • Recognize accounts that may be eligible for financial assistance or need for dismissal.
  • Advise senior management of bad debt cases which should take the legal route with the designated agency
  • Assist management in the reporting and evaluation of key performance indicators related to Account Receivable and related bad debt.
  • Develop meaningful management feedback on front-end problems related to the quality of accounts receivable and their eventual collectability.
  • File accounts with probate courts for estates and with district court for bankruptcies.
  • Communicate with outside agencies for settlements, reconciling accounts, payments and adjustments, detail statements, consent for treatment forms, and information for suit accounts.
  • Update and note corrections of patient files as needed.
  • Show up on time and ready to work when arrive.
  • Supports and abides by the mission, values, and policies of CHCS in all activities.
  • On-going compliance with CHCS educational requirements.
  • All other duties as required.

Requirements

Competencies

  • Communication, oral and written
  • Customer Service
  • Detail Oriented
  • Organized
  • Accurate
  • Commitment to Excellence

Computer skills: Microsoft suite of products including excel.

Office Equipment Skills: 10-key, Copy Machine, Fax Machine, Telephone

Summary

40-hours per week

Monday - Friday

Benefits eligible

Immediate employer match for Retirement