What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing AR Analyst position at The US Oncology Network?
Overview
The US Oncology Network is looking for a Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team at Texas Oncology. This hybrid full-time position will support the Research Clinical Trials Department at our 3001 E. President George Bush Hwy Suite 100 location in Richardson, Texas. Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30a - 5:00p.
As a part of The US Oncology Network, Texas Oncology delivers high-quality, evidence-based care to patients close to home. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 530 providers in 280 sites across Texas, our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today—at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” ® in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
The US Oncology Network is one of the nation’s largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. The US Oncology Network is supported by McKesson Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care.
What does the Accounts Receivable Analyst do? (including but not limited to)
Under general supervision, responsible for the accurate and timely collections of receivable accounts, analysis, and trending as well as researching and resolving any issues or discrepancies. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):
The ideal candidate for the Accounts Receivable Analyst will have the following background and experience:
Associate's Degree Four (4) years of related work experience
Or
Eight (8) years of related work experience
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment and requires frequent interaction with business office staff, management and physician practices.
The US Oncology Network is looking for a Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team at Texas Oncology. This hybrid full-time position will support the Research Clinical Trials Department at our 3001 E. President George Bush Hwy Suite 100 location in Richardson, Texas. Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30a - 5:00p.
As a part of The US Oncology Network, Texas Oncology delivers high-quality, evidence-based care to patients close to home. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 530 providers in 280 sites across Texas, our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today—at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” ® in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
The US Oncology Network is one of the nation’s largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. The US Oncology Network is supported by McKesson Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care.
What does the Accounts Receivable Analyst do? (including but not limited to)
Under general supervision, responsible for the accurate and timely collections of receivable accounts, analysis, and trending as well as researching and resolving any issues or discrepancies. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Responsible for accurate and timely collections of all receivables to ensure the lowest accounts receivable possible and optimal reimbursement. Resolves Account Receivable issues by contacting practices to research and respond to routine and non-routine inquiries in a timely and professional manner. Obtains assistant to resolve complex inquiries, in order to discuss and learn.
- Performs revenue and Account Receivable reconciliation.
- Maintains working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to assigned responsibilities and communicates regulatory and industry standards to employees. Reviews and processes transactions between the company and its customers, in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Maintains frequent contact with internal and external customers in order to address all payment issues.
- Establishes credit limits after review of practice financial statements and metric ratios.
- Other duties as assigned. May coordinate facilities and office management functions including payroll.
The ideal candidate for the Accounts Receivable Analyst will have the following background and experience:
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration or equivalent required.
Associate's Degree Four (4) years of related work experience
Or
Eight (8) years of related work experience
- At least two (2) additional years of A/R experience required.
- Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Excel required.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment and requires frequent interaction with business office staff, management and physician practices.