Account Resolution Specialist

Palmetto Infusion; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Company 401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Spending Account (Medical and

Dependent Care)

Job summary

Palmetto Infusion is hiring an Account Resolution Specialist to manage accounts receivable and reduce aged balances by resolving disputed and denied claims. You will ensure accurate payments align with payer contracts, working 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Ideal candidates have healthcare or professional office experience, and are proficient with MS Outlook, Word and Excel. Team collaboration and calm under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare and/or professional office setting.
• Proficient with MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in a calm manner under pressure and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Review account balances and resolve accounts/invoices by partnering with insurance companies and/or patients.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather information to have claims reprocessed or resubmitted.
• Coordinate with the Intake team and contracts team to verify information loaded on patient accounts to avoid disputed or underpaid claims.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Palmetto Infusion provides comprehensive ambulatory and home-based infusion services to both acute and chronically ill patients. Our centers care for people by providing patients and their families with a convenient, affordable, and safe place to receive infusion treatments. We strive for more than personal service – always delivering a warm and attentive health care experience that boosts patients’ state-of-mind, improves their health, and quality of life.

At Palmetto Infusion, we believe in creating an experience that goes beyond just a job. It's about being part of something bigger than yourself - a connected group of caretakers who work together to restore health and hope to our patients. We call it The Palmetto Experience, and we believe it's what sets us apart from other employers.

For our employees, The Palmetto Experience means we serve and support people in our purpose to restore health and hope, we build a culture of belonging and collaboration, we deliver on our promise to treat people with respect and empathy, and we strive to embrace change and search for new opportunities.

About the Role:

The Account Resolution Specialist is responsible for managing account receivables and reducing the number of aged accounts by resolving disputed and denied claims. The Account Resolution Specialist will also ensure accurate payments are made in conjunction with payer contracts.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience/Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Previous experience in healthcare and/or professional office setting.
• Proficient at partner programs (i.e.: MS Outlook, Word,Excel).
• Ability to cope with ambiguous, changing environment while under pressure in a calmmanner.
• Must be able to work as a team member and develop productive and cooperative working relationships with all members of the Palmetto Infusion.

Essential Functions:

• Review account balances and resolve accounts/invoices by partnering with insurance companies and/or patients.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather the necessary information in order to have claims reprocessed or resubmitted.
• Coordinate with the Intake team and contracts team to determine the accuracy of information loaded on patient accounts to avoid disputed or underpaid claims.

About the Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Supplemental Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts
• Ramsey SmartDollar Program
• Referral Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Company Holidays

At Palmetto Infusion, we believe that patient advocacy is at the heart of everything we do, regardless of our roles within the organization. Each member of our team is dedicated to putting the needs and well-being of our patients first. Whether we're working directly with patients or supporting them behind the scenes, our commitment to being a compassionate advocate is paramount. We understand that every interaction, every decision, and every effort contribute to the quality of care our patients receive.

Together, we strive to ensure that every individual feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their healthcare journey. This dedication to patient-centered care is what creates "The Palmetto Experience" - a standard of excellence that defines us and enriches the lives of those we serve.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, and hear. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with patients, vendors, and staff.

OTHER

All employees must uphold the confidentiality of protected health information and follow all HIPAA policies. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of information may be grounds for immediate termination.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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