What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE COORDINATOR position at Cooper University Health Care?
Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; three urgent care facilities; nearly 30 primary care and specialty care offices in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; the Claire C. Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional is accredited by and received the Gold Seal of approval from The Joint Commission.
Short Description
- Train, orient, coordinate and supervises Patient Financial Services personnel in the performance of their job functions.
- Assists Manager in the completion of all third-party payer projects.
- Coordinates and maintains accurate reporting of all non-commercial payers for timely payment including projects for billing representatives and reminders. Assists manager when dealing with appropriate personnel from various payers.
- Coordinates all external audits with staff and appropriate personnel in other departments to make sure all corrective billing is completed.
- Ensures that all referrals, pre-certifications and authorizations are received as needed for billing. Work with the appropriate departments to identify and correct accounts without the necessary documentation.
Experience Required
- Significant experience in all phases of hospital billing, Medicare, and regulations.
- Experience with and knowledge of computerized billing systems and other office equipment.
- Interpersonal skills must be well developed.
- Should possess the initiative and the ability to set and achieve high standards of performance.
- Ability to direct a work force, provide support to staff and delegate job duties.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.