Account Receivable Specialist
About the role
The Account Receivable Specialist oversees the revenue cycle, monitors operational efficiencies, and performs month-end close duties. They also contribute by maximizing the collection of medical services payments and reimbursements from various sources, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to the revenue cycle process, utilizing web-based tools and information systems, participating in audits, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Maximize the collection of medical services payments and reimbursements from patients, insurance carriers, and other sources of payment.
- Proactively identify, communicate, and establish processes to mitigate any risks to the revenue cycle process.
- Utilize web-based tools and other available resources to facilitate providing insurance companies with required information.
- Utilize multiple information systems to accurately select the correct patient account in order to appropriately review and verify patient billable charges.
- Participate in and assist with audits to capture lost charges and determine the accuracy of billing as necessary.
- Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal, and Joint Commission regulations.
- Maintain and ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
Requirements
- Absolutely no specific requirements mentioned.
Qualifications
- A minimum of an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, or equivalent experience in Accounts Receivable and general accounting.
- Must have professional experience dealing with patients, physicians, visitors, and the general public.
- A high degree of analytical ability and strategic thinking is essential.
Skills
- Proficiency in using web-based tools and information systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Benefits
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) benefits for full-time employees.
- 401K benefits for full-time employees.
- Competitive paid time off.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance.
- Tuition reimbursement/assistance for qualified applicants.
- Additional benefits may include flexible scheduling, professional development opportunities, and more.
Pay
- No specific pay details provided.
Schedule
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Company Information
Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care that exceeds industry standards and meets patient expectations. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and operates a diversified healthcare delivery network spanning 29 states, including 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and over 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum.