What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Receivable Representative position at KU MEDWEST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC?
The Accounts Receivable Representative will be responsible for thorough and timely patient account follow up to ensure accurate accounts receivable reporting; following up with insurance companies and/or third party payers to ensure payments by primary and secondary payers and/or self-pay patients are accurate and timely. This is a fast-paced environment, which requires attention to detail, accountability, teamwork and professional behavior.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Work closely with insurance companies and third-party payers to collect revenue for surgical services performed
· Contact insurance companies by email and/or phone to collect payments
· Handle contracted and non-contracted; HMO, PPO, EPO, POS, Worker’s Comp, Self-Pay and Third-Party reimbursement issues
· Work all denials and corrected claims , collaborating with the Biller and/or Business Office Manager, insurance payers and/or patients on past due accounts
· Manage credit balances
· Patient balance resolution and non-patient (insurance) resolution
· Ensure payments by primary and secondary payers and/or self-pay patients are accurate
· Responsible for thorough and timely patient account follow up to ensure accurate accounts receivable reporting
· Accurate and timely follow up and resolution for all accounts receivable
· Meeting and maintaining cash collection metrics and goals
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES
· Ability to take ownership and leads by example.
· Ability to contribute in a cross-functional collaborative environment.
· Ability to learn quickly and work independently.
· Self-motivated with the attitude and ability to be successful as part of a team.