Patient Access & Insurance Billing Specialist

University Health System- San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University Health System- San Antonio seeks a detail-oriented Admissions/Registration Clerk to interview patients, verify demographics and insurance, and ensure accurate admission and timely billing. The role involves collecting copays, communicating charges, and assisting with payment plans across various campus locations.

Experience in hospital billing or patient collections is preferred; high school diploma required with additional coursework and ICD-9 coding exposure advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Six (6) months experience in a hospital/physician setting, obtaining insurance benefits and pre-certification is preferred.
• Prior collection experience is preferred.
• Billing experience and contract knowledge is preferred.
• One year of experience in a similar occupation and basic medical terminology and ICD 9 coding experience is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Interview patients to obtain demographic and insurance information for admission/registration at multiple locations.
• Communicate with privately paying patients about service charges and assist with payment arrangements.
• Collect copays, coinsurance and other monies owed by patients.
• Collect appropriate admission forms as required by Medicare, Medicaid, insurance companies and/or other agencies.

Description du poste

University Health System- San Antonio seeks a detail-oriented Admissions/Registration Clerk to interview patients, verify demographics and insurance, and ensure accurate admission and timely billing. The role involves collecting copays, communicating charges, and assisting with payment plans across various campus locations.

Experience in hospital billing or patient collections is preferred; high school diploma required with additional coursework and ICD-9 coding exposure advantageous.