Patient Financial Services Rep Full Time Days

Be part of a worldclass academichealthcare system Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Patient Financial Services Representative in the PFS Medicare and Commercial department.

In this role as a Patient Financial Services Representative you will will be responsible for the account receivables management. This position requires detailed analysis and critical thinking. Ingalls Memorial Hospital serves Chicagos south suburbs. We strive to be the best health care provider supply chain. Our goal is to be one of the best in any industry by ensuring the right products services and equipment are always delivered to the right place at the right time. We are also committed to delivering the best quality with the lowest total cost.

This position promotesrevenue integrity and accurate reimbursement for the organization by enduring timely and accurate billing andcollection of accounts.This individual must follow departmental productivity and quality control measures that support the organizations operational goals.This position is responsible for collections and final resolution of insurance claims maintains records and reports in accordance with department procedures meets productivity and quality standards governing the collection process as defined by the hospital procedures. This position understands and maintains all State and Federal regulation related to billing and collections.

Essential Job Functions

• Participates in process improvement and crosstraining activities on an ongoing basis
• Keeps management abreast of any outstanding problems and updated on the timeliness of posting.
• Documents all actions regarding account resolution in a comprehensive and concise manner and in accordance to department requirements
• Seeks assistance for additional options when account resolution has come to a standstill
• Maintains and complies with regulatory requirements
• Offers ideas in writing to streamline improve procedures
• Maintains and monitors integrity of the claim development and submission process.
• Acts asa liaison between patients providers and payers for all postcare matters related to account resolution.
• Must be able to solve problems within the guidelines of established policies and procedures
• Maintains thirdparty payer relationships including responding to inquiries complaints and other correspondence.

PFS Representatives will be assigned to and support one or more of the following departments:

• Billing & Follow Up Denials
• Accounts Receivable Specialist
• Collectors
• Medicaid/Medicare and Managed Care Billing

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required
• Ability to interpret contracts state and federal programs to determine proper reimbursement
• State and Federal regulations regarding HIPPA billing and collection
• Knowledge of UB04 837I 837P 835 ICD10 and rev codes
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and Outlook
• Typing 30 words per minute
• Ten key calculators
• Demonstrates good verbal written and comprehension skills
• Ability to follow and complete detailed directions
• Supports an environment of team work
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in business healthcare or related field required or a combination of relevant education and experience
• Two year hospital business office experience preferred
• Medical Terminology
• Medicare/Medicaid and Managed Care claims processing in a hospital environment.
• Experience with Passport/NEBO/FSS0

Position Details

• Job Type: Full Time
• Shift: Day shift 7am3:30pm MondayFriday
• Office Location: Burr Ridge Remote opportunity with occasional requirements to come in office as needed
• Department: RPFS Medicare and Commercial
• CBA Code: NonUnion

For nearly a century UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial has pioneered sophisticated clinical care and developed the areas most convenient network of comprehensive outpatient centers all dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the community. Now partnered with UChicago Medicine we have expanded our network of expert physicians convenient facilities and scope of service to speed your healing process and help navigate your path to wellness. A skilled Medical Staff and talented employees dedicated to prevention diagnosis treatment and rehabilitation of illness and injury provide a firm foundation for our reputation for quality. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial is for you. Here at Ingalls were doing work that really matters. Join us!

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:Ingalls Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorials COVID19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the preemployment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a preemployment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a fulltime equivalent 1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union. Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits UChicago Medicine.