Hospital Patient Billing Specialist

Universal Health Services; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services in California is seeking a Patient Account Representative to manage electronic and manual billings, follow-ups with third-party payers and patients, and daily cash receipts. This role emphasizes accuracy, timely communication, and adherence to confidentiality in a hospital billing environment.

The position requires hospital/insurance billing experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• 2–3 years hospital/insurance billing experience preferred.
• Experience or education in hospital business office is required.
• Experience with patient accounts and multiple business software programs required.
• Overtime and flexible hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit insurance billings to primary and secondary payers.
• Prepare TAR forms for county authorization and billing.
• Transmit all billings to third-party payers, manually or electronically.
• Contact third-party payers 30 days after billing to confirm receipt and status.
• Follow up with payers at least twice every 30 days for payment status.
• Maintain a tickler/aging system for prompt follow-up on billing cycles.
• Document contacts on a productivity log.
• Prepare billing reports as required by the department.
• Review UBS for accuracy for third-party payers.
• Provide backup support for other business office teammates.
• Adhere to facility policies and attend mandatory in-services.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Code procedures

Computers & software

Communication skills

Team player

Prioritization

Education

High school graduate

Tools

Telephone switchboard

Copier

Computers & software

10-Key calculator

Fax machine

Job description

Universal Health Services in California is seeking a Patient Account Representative to manage electronic and manual billings, follow-ups with third-party payers and patients, and daily cash receipts. This role emphasizes accuracy, timely communication, and adherence to confidentiality in a hospital billing environment.

The position requires hospital/insurance billing experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.