AR Follow Up Specialist I

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Toppenish (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employer-paid)

Profit sharing

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Inc. is seeking an AR Follow Up Specialist I in Toppenish, WA to join our Billing team. The role focuses on processing insurance claims, evaluating payments, and appealing denials to ensure accurate and timely reimbursements.

Ideal candidates have basic healthcare billing experience, strong attention to detail, and solid communication skills. We offer comprehensive health benefits, retirement options, and generous PTO in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum six months' experience in healthcare billing.
• CRCR or Epic experience preferred.
• Familiar with accounts receivable processes and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process insurance claims to government, commercial, and managed care payers.
• Evaluate third-party payments for accuracy per contract language.
• Compile and file information needed to appeal denials.
• Enter account notes in Epic to clarify actions taken.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer relations

Attendance and punctuality

Education

High School diploma or GED

6 months healthcare billing experience

Tools

Epic system

CRCR certification

Job description

Job Brief

AR Follow Up Specialist I Toppenish, WA

Employment duration: Full time

Exempt Status: Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?: No

ID: 17464

Join our Billing team as an AR Follow Up Specialist I at Central Administration in Toppenish, WA!

Explore our short clips, " are Yakima - WE are Family" and " , for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

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Position Highlights

• $19. 96 -$2 4 . 45 DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more !

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and process insurance claims timely and accurately to government, commercial, and managed care payers
• Evaluate third-party payments to ensure accuracy relative to contract language (underpayment/overpayment)
• Compile and file all information needed to appeal denials
• Enter appropriate account notes in the Epic billing system to clarify actions taken to reconcile accounts
• Evaluate the payment status of outstanding third-party claims and resolve any impediments to payment by providing information such as appropriate medical records, detailed itemization of charges, information regarding other insurance benefits, and explanation of charges
• Resolve payer denials using payor portals or other third-party sites
• Verify eligibility for coverage via multiple payor websites
• Assure compliance with billing requirements for workers' compensation and third-party liability claims
• Uphold Medicare, Medicaid, ADA, and HIPAA compliance guidelines in relation to billing, collections, and PHI information
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient demographics and medical and financial information at all times
• Maintains Epic Follow Up Work queues to department daily standard .
• Maintains awareness of payer process changes and shares information with the team so billing guides remain current and accurate .
• Other duties as assigned. Essential functions listed are not necessarily exhaustive and may be revised by the employer, at its sole discretion .
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Minimum six months' experience in healthcare billing
• FQHC Billing or Coding Experience is preferred
• Epic system experience is preferred
• Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) preferred
• Knowledge of accounts receivable processes required
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong customer relations skills preferred
• Maintain consistent performance and attendance standards
• Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills are essential

Our Mission Statement

"Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being."

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.