Patient Accounts Specialist

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Patient Accounts Specialist I - Follow-Up Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and resolve claim denials, preparing and writing appeals for payment
• Follow up on accounts with no payment or partial payment received, ensuring timely claims resolution
• Maintain knowledge of payer contracts and work within a team environment to manage assigned payers

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1-2 years of experience in patient accounting, accounts receivable, or a related healthcare field
• Proficient in at least one specific payer's billing and collection process
• Basic knowledge of UB04 and Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
• Some knowledge of medical terminology and CPT/IDC-9 coding