Cash Application Specialist

Job Type Full-time Description Organizational Profile Founded in 1991, IBJI is the largest orthopedic group practice in Illinois. With more than 150 physicians in every orthopedic specialty, IBJI offers care for adults and children from some of the most accomplished and respected orthopedists in the country. Serving northern Illinois and northwest Indiana with over 100 locations, IBJI makes it easy to access care. Our headquarters is in Park Ridge, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago. Our clinical services include advanced MRI imaging, pain management, non-surgical and surgical treatment plans, rheumatology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, wellness, and sports and sports training. Ortho Access walk-in clinics provide same day care for orthopedic injuries. Comprehensive care offered all in one place enables physicians, therapists and staff to work closely together, so that patients and families achieve better outcomes. Collaborative care is also more efficient. In many cases, IBJI services are substantially less expensive than those provided by large healthcare systems and emergency rooms. Job Title: Cash Application Specialist Summary Job Description The cash application specialist will ensure all patient and insurance payments are posted accurately, will resolve any discrepancies and identify valid insurance credits/refunds. Responsibilities Post payments received via ACH, credit card and lockboxes to corresponding patientaccountsEfficiently research, analyze, and post Electronic Remittance Files (ERAs/835s) andExplanation of Benefits (EOBs)Contact payers via phone, mail and payer portals to resolve outstanding credits or tolocate patient informationEnsure successful month end closing and reconciliationPost and allocate payments in multiple EMR tools for several entities of IBJICorrect and escalate any payment posting discrepancies accordinglyEfficiently resolve unapplied payments and refund inquiries in Epic workqueuesParticipate in projects designed to improve cash application processes or proceduresIdentify trends and escalate them to the corresponding third partyMeet all set performance requirements for both quality and productivityEstablish and maintain a positive relationship with other departmentsMaintain a clean and safe work environment.Other duties as assigned. Requirements Requirements Education High School graduate or equivalent required Certifications/Licensure Not applicable Experience Minimum 3 years’ experience in healthcare revenue cycle, specifically payment posting and cash reconciliation Technical Skills Ability to interpret Explanation of Benefits (EOBs), all ANSI codes and Provider Level Balance (PLB) adjustmentsKnowledge of Healthcare (professional) billing, CPT/ICD-10 coding, medical terminology, Medicare, Medicaid, HMO/PPO/EPO, Work Comp and Commercial insurance guidelinesStrong computer literacy skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel Soft Skills Excellent organization skills, high attention to detail and proficiency in account managementResults oriented with a proven track record of accomplishing tasks within a high-performing team environment Physical Requirements Stand or sit for extended periods of time This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Duties and responsibilities, experience, qualifications, skills, supervisory relationship, physical/mental demands, and environmental/ working conditions may change as needs evolve. Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off. Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment. Salary Description $21.00-23.00/hour based on skills/experience