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May act as a Lead Insurance Billing/Collections Assistant. May train and provide guidance to other IBC Assistants.
Performs collection follow-up duties on specific financial classifications such as commercial insurance self-pay Medicare and Medicaid claims.
Handles discounts adjustments and charge corrections.
Makes collection calls to insurance companies and patients to ensure timely payment of claims.
Reviews remittance advises for rejection and accuracy of payment amounts.
Verifies accuracy and completeness of charge tickets monitors attachments for claims to obtain maximum reimbursements.
Contacts insurance companies regarding posting payments and collection agencies regarding payment reports.
Responds to questions and requests from Insurance companies.
Supports customer service unit in answering billing and collection questions.
Acts as back-up support for Accounts Receivable staff during peak times vacations and illnesses.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment.
Primarily remote with the exception of coming into the office at least once a month.
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table.
Repetitive wrist hand or finger movement (PC typing).
Equipment
Office equipment.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
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Work Experience:
Skills:
Drivers License:
Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Full-Time