Patient Account Representative 1 at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Billing, Collections, HIPAA Regulations, Communication, Data Entry, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Healthcare Information Systems, Quality Assurance, Customer Service, Team Collaboration, Research, Documentation, LEAN Processes, Time Management, Flexibility

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview This is a work from home/production-based position. This position primarily processes and documents transactions on insurance accounts and interacts with insurance companies and agencies in resolution of unpaid balances, refunds, and other billing issues. Function/Duties of Position Process transactions on insurance accounts; ensure account is set up correctly, problem resolution, appeals and audit transaction activity. Communicate professionally with OHSU staff and third-party customers including departments and insurance companies to ensure timely and accurate processing of account transactions. Attending virtual team huddles and meetings. Review a variety of general and specialty Orthopedics & Neurosurgery claims including third party claims (i.e. MVA settlements, workers compensation claims. Performing and documenting quality assurance reviews on transactions in department. Prioritize assigned accounts to maximize aged AR resolution. Trending provider activity and the denials that may arise. Researching and forwarding documentation for Revenue Cycle Business Analyst to present to department, including updating files with current regulations, policies, and procedures. Promote and implement LEAN processes. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Two years of recent (within the last 5 years) experience with billing and collections in a health care environment, including knowledge of HIPAA regulations, procedural and diagnosis codes; OR Four years of general collection, billing or customer service experience; OR Equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to work with a diverse team and customer base. Accurate data entry skills, ability to work with deadlines while remaining calm, flexible, and organized. Excellent communication, both written and verbal and listening skills. Able to use reason and logic to independently solve problems and to multi-task as needed. Proficiency with standard office equipment and software such as such as Microsoft Office, knowledge of Healthcare Information Systems. Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS) is required within 18 months of Hire. Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Additional Details Ability to work from home. Flexible schedule Monday - Friday during regular business hours 5am to 7:30pm. Employee can choose between five eight-hour shifts, or four nine-hour shifts and one four-hour shift, or four ten-hour shifts. Benefits Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents. $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee. Two separate above market pension plans to choose from. Vacation - up to 200 hours per year dependent on length of service. Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year. 9 paid holidays per year. Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts. Employee Assistance Program. Childcare service discounts. Tuition reimbursement. Employee discounts to local and major businesses. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Responsibilities

The Patient Account Representative processes and documents transactions on insurance accounts while resolving unpaid balances and billing issues. They communicate with OHSU staff and insurance companies to ensure accurate processing of account transactions.