Patient Financial Services Representative
Chambersburg, PA - USA
Job Summary
Full time (40 hours weekly)
Monday-Friday dayshift
General Summary
Completes assigned revenue cycle tasks. Assists in the completion of submitting electronic and/or manual insurance claims resolves claim edits performs insurance account follow-up researches claim denials for resolution and submits disputes and appeals when necessary. Represents the System in a professional manner while interacting with peers leaders patients and third-party payers to achieve timely payment on accounts in accordance with current government and payer regulations.
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Conducts timely follow-up on patient accounts billed to insurance companies to determine reasons for delayed or missing payments.
- Investigates denied or rejected claims reviews insurance remittance advice and identifies reasons for denial.
- Collaborates with insurance carriers internal billing teams and other stakeholders to obtain necessary information and documentation to resolve claims.
- Documents findings and actions taken to resolve denials or delays in payment.
- Initiates and manages appeals or resubmissions of denied claims as appropriate.
- Communicates effectively verbally and in writing directly with payors to follow up on outstanding claims files technical and clinical appeals. Resolves payment delays/non-payments to ensure timely and accurate reimbursement.
- Maintains accurate records of follow-up activities and payment status in the billing system.
- Identifies trends in denied claims and recommends process improvements to reduce denials and expedite payment.
- Provides excellent customer service to patients and internal teams regarding billing inquiries and insurance follow-up.
Common Expectations:
- Maintains appropriate records reports and files as required.
- Maintains established policies and procedures objectives quality assessment safety environmental and infection control standards.
- Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
- Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- Associates Degree Preferred
Work Experience:
- 1 year Required
- Prior experience in hospital billing professional billing or insurance follow-up/denials Preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of insurance claims processing payer policies and medical terminology is essential
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate and resolve billing discrepancies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with insurance companies and internal teams
- Proficiency with billing software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook)
- Ability to manage multiple accounts and prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Benefits Offered:
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Education assistance
- Financial education and support including DailyPay
- Expanded Paid Parental Leave
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
WellSpan Health is a nationally recognized health system serving South Central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.