Government Billing Specialist – Patient Accounts (5am–1:30pm)

Western CBO; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Growth opportunities within UHS and SB

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx plans

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Universal Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Patient Account Specialist to manage government billing, claims follow-up, and revenue cycle activities in-office. You will gather information and work toward timely payments while understanding government payer contracts.

The role requires 1–3 years government medical insurance experience, a high school diploma (billing/collections education a plus), and openness to cross-training within the WCBO.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years government medical insurance experience.
• High School or equivalent; Billing/Collections coding education a plus.
• Knowledge of government payer contracts and EOB processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and processing of patient accounts.
• Gather information timely and accurately for proper billing, collections and follow up for Government payers.
• Perform account activity and overcome barriers to assure timely payment.
• Understand managed care contracts and reimbursement procedures.

Skills

Government billing

Medical insurance

Accounts receivable

Education

High School or equivalent

Billing/Collections coding education

Job description

Responsibilities

Universal Health Services (UHS) - Western Region Consolidated Business Office (WCBO)

The Western Region Consolidated Business Office delivers comprehensive insurance revenue services to our affiliated UHS facilities, encompassing billing, collections, cash posting, pre-access management, variance analysis, and customer service. Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by industry leaders, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Job Description: Patient Account Specialist-Government Billing Shift: 5:00AM-1:30PM IN-OFFICE POSITION
Responsible for the maintenance and processing of patient accounts. Ability to timely and accurately gather information for proper billing, collections and follow up for Government payers. Conduct appropriate account activity and overcome barriers to assure timely payment. Understand managed care contracts and reimbursement procedures.

Qualifications

Experience:

1-3 years government medical insurance experience in a medical setting.

Education:
High School or equivalent. Billing/Collections coding education a plus.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge of government medical insurance billing.
• Reimbursement and medical claims experience.
• Understanding of Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
• Open to cross training.

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement:

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice:

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiter are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

This position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.