Billing/Collection- Representative

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Department: Collections/Billings Overall Purpose of the Position:

The Billing/Collection representative is responsible for the patient collections process. This includes collecting payments, establishing budgets with patients, patient’s outstanding balance follow-up, corresponding with insurance companies, verifying insurance eligibility, and following up on status of payment with patient/guarantor, insurance companies and/or adjustors.

Major Job Responsibilities: Percentage: 1. Always in a professional manner, contacts patients to follow up on past due accounts following MMG collection guidelines.

• Works to secure payment from patient for outstanding amounts
• Where appropriate, works with patient to create a budget or payment plan
• Answers patient inquiries regarding their account
• Works to reduce assigned accounts receivable in accordance with MMG billing guidelines
• Issues appeals with insurance companies
• Correspond with insurance companies and adjustors (verbally and/or in writing) to verify status of claim
  
  

65% 2. Works with outside collection agency(s) to collect delinquent accounts. 10% 3. Always maintains confidentiality in accordance with MMG and HIPAA guidelines. 10% 4. Interacts with Sr. Billing/Collection Representative and co-workers to expedite efficient and timely collections referrals. 5% 5. All other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned including coverage for the front desk area. 5% 6. Demonstrates quality work, completes assignments on a timely basis, and makes decisions within limits of authority. Takes initiative in problem solving, maintains confidentiality of patient and company information, and interacts with patients, co-workers, and management in a courteous and respectful manner. Adheres to all company policies and procedures. 2.5% 7. Maintains attendance standards consistent with company policy. 2.5%

Minimum Qualifications: Education/Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. One year of physician billing and collections, Medical insurance administration, or related experience.

Skills/Knowledge

Possesses effective organization, and math skills, must be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at the same time. Possesses effective, courteous and professional telephone skills.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of medical terminology, course work in business office administration.

Equipment Use

Personal computer, telephone, 10-key, copier and fax machine.

Characteristics

Must be willing to effectively participate as a team member with the entire Maui Medical Group staff, must be committed to the protection of confidential information, records, and/or reports. Must have the ability to communicate effectively in a professional and courteous manner.

Environmental Factors

Requires prolonged sitting (75%), bending, stooping and stretching for files and supplies (10%). Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard and other office equipment. Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts.

Hourly Rate

Starting @ $18.45; based on experience

Maui Medical Group is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We actively seek diversity among our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex/gender (including gender identity/expression), ancestry/national origin, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws. We further encourage individuals with disabilities, minorities, and veterans to apply.